A patient admitted to the ED with severe diarrhea and vomiting is subsequently diagnosed with food poisoning

Question

The nurse caring for this patient assesses for signs and symptoms of fluid and electrolyte imbalances. For what signs and symptoms would this nurse assess? Select all that apply.
A) Dysrhythmias
B) Hypothermia
C) Hypotension
D) Hyperglycemia
E) Delirium

Answer 1

Ans: A, C, E
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The patient is assessed for signs and symptoms of fluid and electrolyte imbalances, including lethargy, rapid pulse rate, fever, oliguria, anuria, hypotension, and delirium. Hyperglycemia and hypothermia are not typically associated with fluid and electrolyte imbalances.