What do you anticipate your care of D.W. will include over the next 2 to 3 hours?
What will be an ideal response?
Because D.W. likely is hypovolemic, you would anticipate an increase in the IV rate or the
administration of a blood product for volume replacement. Continue to monitor vital signs and fluid
and electrolyte status, including urine output. Because she is dizzy, maintain safety precautions.
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