Mrs. Johnson is a 36-year-old female who enters the emergency room complaining of severe diarrhea of a four-hour duration. Physical assessment findings reveal warm, dry skin; decreased turgor; dry mucous membranes; and vital signs of T-99.6, Pulse-104 . The nurse caring for Mrs. Johnson should
a. recommend over-the-counter antidiarrheal agents.
b. instruct Mrs. Johnson to remain NPO until the diarrhea subsides.
c. encourage a diet high in protein.
d. evaluate for possible fluid and electrolyte replacement.
d
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