The nurse is caring for a patient requiring PD. In order to monitor the patient's weight, what does the nurse do?
a. Check the weight after a drain and before the next fill to monitor the patient's "dry weight."
b. Calculate the "dry weight" by weighing the patient every day and comparing the measurements to baseline.
c. Determine "dry weight" by comparing the patient's weight to a standard weight chart based on height and age.
d. Weigh the patient each day and count fluid intake and dialysate volume to determine the patient's "dry weight"
Answer: a. Check the weight after a drain and before the next fill to monitor the patient's "dry weight."
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