The patient who has cystitis has been told to drink at least 30 ml for each kilogram of body weight. Her weight is 154 pounds. The nurse instructs the patient to drink
1500 ml/day.
2100 ml/day.
2700 ml/day.
3400 ml/day.
The Correct Answer is B
A. This is incorrect
B. Convert pounds to kilograms:
154 lb ÷ 2.2 = 70 kg
- Multiply by the recommended intake:
70 kg × 30 mL = 2100 mL/day
Answer: 2100 mL/day
C. This is incorrect
D. This is incorrect
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. This is a professional nursing responsibility requiring clinical judgment and cannot be delegated to UAP.
B. This is within the UAP’s scope of practice and can be safely delegated, especially under supervision.
C. Pain assessment requires nursing judgment and should be done by licensed nursing staff.
D. Medication administration is a licensed nursing function and cannot be delegated to UAP.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. This is incorrect
B. Convert pounds to kilograms:
154 lb ÷ 2.2 = 70 kg
- Multiply by the recommended intake:
70 kg × 30 mL = 2100 mL/day
Answer: 2100 mL/day
C. This is incorrect
D. This is incorrect
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