CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Pediatrics

An IV solution of 10% glucose and mannitol are administered to an infant with Reye’s syndrome. The client’s vital signs should be monitored by the nurse to prevent the occurrence of:
  1. hypovolemic shock
  2. fluid volume excess
  3. heart failure
  4. seizure episodes.
Explanation
Answer: A - The therapy causes diuresis therefore the infant should be monitored for excessive fluid loss. Options B and C are related to fluid gain. Any changes in vital signs are not indicative of impending seizure.
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