The nurse receives an order for a client to be given a colloid solution. Which is the likely reason for the use of this type of solution?
A) Dependent edema
B) Increased blood loss
C) Skin turgor is decreased.
D) The blood pressure has increased.
B
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Colloid solutions create oncotic pressure that pulls fluid into the blood vessels and expands the space. Common colloid products are blood products. Dependent edema would be remedied by careful use of hypertonic (crystalloid solution). Increased blood pressure can be caused by hypertonic solutions or use of colloid solutions. Decreased skin turgor is caused by dehydration not blood loss.
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