Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has been vomiting and has diarrhea. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an indication of fluid volume deficit?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
A thready pulse indicates poor circulation and reduced fluid volume due to fluid loss from vomiting and diarrhea, making it a significant finding for fluid volume deficit.