A client is being discharged with mild dehydration. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of measures to prevent mild dehydration from becoming more severe?
a. "I will weigh myself at the same time daily wearing the same clothes."
b. "When I feel lightheaded, I will drink a full glass of water."
c. "I will decrease my fluid intake if my urine output increases."
d. "If I forget to take my diuretic, I will take twice the dose next time."
B
Feeling lightheaded or dizzy is an indication of low blood pressure and poor perfusion. Mild de-hydration can cause these problems, and increasing fluid intake at the first sign of dehydration may prevent it from becoming worse. The other options would not prevent mild dehydration from progressing.
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