Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving hemodialysis.Which of the following client measurements should the nurse compare before and after dialysis treatment to determine fluid losses?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Body weight is one of the most reliable indicators of fluid status in a dialysis patient. The difference in weight reflects fluid loss during the dialysis treatment.