The nurse is admitting a client from the emergency room with a diagnosis of metabolic alkalosis. Appropriate treatment and nursing interventions for this client include:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Administer chloride
2. Administer oxygen
3. Maintain a patent IV
4. Encourage fluids
5. Encourage ambulation
1,2,3,4
Rationale: Chloride will be administered to facilitate the excretion of bicarbonate by the kidneys
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