A nurse notes the previous 24-hour urine output was 950 mL, well below the normal of 1500 mL. What is an effective nursing order to remedy the impending dehydration?
a. Offer more fluids daily.
b. Offer 8 oz of juice or water at 0800 (8 AM), 1200 (12 noon), 1600 (4 PM), and 2000 (8 PM).
c. Request extra fluid on a diet tray from the kitchen.
d. Place a large water pitcher at the bedside during each shift.
B
The statement is clear and measurable and relates directly to the potential of dehydration. The other options are vague and have no measurement criteria.
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