The nurse is caring for a client receiving a cardiotonic drug. The client has edema. Which assessment would be most important?
A) Auscultation of bowel sounds
B) Measurement of intake and output
C) Observation of respiratory rate
D) Observation of pulse rate
Ans: B
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Measurement of intake and output would be most important for the client with edema who is receiving a cardiotonic drug. Auscultation of bowel sounds, observation of respiratory rate, and observation of pulse rate are interventions not related to edema in the client.
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