During an assessment of hydration status, the client tells the nurse that she drank 3 quarts of liquids the day before. What should the nurse ask next?
A. "Are the liquids hot or cold?"
B. "How much salt do you add to your food?"
C. "What kinds of liquids do you usually drink?"
D. "Do you drink fluids with meals or between meals?"
C
It is just as important to determine the types of fluids ingested as the amount because fluids vary widely in their osmolarity. In addition, some liquids such as those that contain alcohol or caffeine can contribute to fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
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