A patient has been admitted to the nursing unit with a diagnosis of chronic renal failure. She will be dialyzed for the first time the following morning. Which of the following are appropriate nursing interventions for the patient? Choose all that apply
1) Encourage oral fluid intake of 2,500 ml per day.
2) Place the patient on strict I&O.
3) Weigh the patient before and after dialysis.
4) Maintain a fluid restriction of 1,000 ml as prescribed.
ANS: 2, 3, 4
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