Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
A nurse is assessing a client who is experiencing hypovolemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Oliguria. In hypovolemia, there is a decrease in blood volume leading to decreased kidney perfusion. This results in the kidneys conserving water, leading to decreased urine output (oliguria). Hypertension (B) is unlikely as hypovolemia typically leads to hypotension. Bradycardia (C) is not a common finding in hypovolemia as the body tries to compensate by increasing heart rate. Peripheral edema (D) is associated with fluid overload, not hypovolemia.