The nurse is planning the care of a 50-year-old patient with the risk of developing fluid volume deficit. Which assessment finding would have the greatest contribution to this risk?
1. Loose bowel movement one per day
2. First-degree steam burn on hand and forearm
3. Temperature of 99.6°F
4. Diuretic therapy two doses per day
Answer: 4
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1. Patient history, physical exam, and functional assessment. 2. Patient questions, physical exam, and medication history. 3. Physical exam, functional assessment, and illegal drug use. 4. Patient history, functional assessment, and age.