While caring for a client in the oliguric phase of ARF, the nurse's plan of care should include
a. encouraging fluid intake to prevent dehydration.
b. increasing the client's protein intake to prevent muscle wasting.
c. maintaining reverse isolation to prevent infection.
d. meticulous skin care to prevent skin breakdown.
D
The poor systemic nutrition and edema accompanying renal failure may cause skin breakdown. Meticulous skin care, frequent turning, and special mattresses are very important. Clients may well be on fluid restrictions. They do not need reverse isolation. Protein is often restricted as well.
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