Intravenous therapy would be indicated if
1. hypertension were present.
2. fluid intake were greater than 2500 mL/day.
3. intake and output were deregulated.
4. constipation were present.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Hypertension would not require IV therapy.
Rationale 2: Fluid intake of 2500 mL/day is the average intake for adults.
Rationale 3: Intake and output imbalance would require IV therapy to treat dehydration or shock and correct fluid imbalance.
Rationale 4: Constipation might indicate lack of fluid, but would not require IV.
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