Which of the following signs are commonly associated with fluid volume deficit (hypovolemia)? (Select All that Apply.)
Orthostatic hypotension
Bradycardia
Decreased skin turgor
Weight gain
Pulmonary edema
Correct Answer : A,C
A. Orthostatic hypotension is a common sign of hypovolemia, as the lack of fluid volume can lead to a drop in blood pressure when changing positions.
B. Bradycardia is not typically associated with fluid volume deficit; tachycardia is more common as the body tries to compensate for low blood volume.
C. Decreased skin turgor is a classic sign of dehydration and fluid volume deficit, indicating reduced skin elasticity.
D. Weight gain is associated with fluid volume overload, not deficit.
E. Pulmonary edema is related to fluid volume overload or congestive heart failure, not hypovolemia.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Mottled skin is more indicative of the progressive or refractory stages of shock, where perfusion to the skin is severely compromised.
B. A heart rate of 160/min indicates tachycardia, which is common in shock but is not the most characteristic finding of the compensatory stage.
C. During the compensatory stage of shock, the body attempts to maintain blood pressure and perfusion, and a blood pressure of 115/68 mmHg suggests that compensatory mechanisms are still functioning adequately.
D. Hypokalemia is not a typical finding in the compensatory stage; rather, the body may exhibit signs of hyperkalemia due to tissue breakdown and acidosis.
Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. A phlebotomist collecting blood from clients who have HIV is at the greatest risk due to the potential for exposure to infected blood, especially if safety precautions are not properly followed.
B. A nurse working for an insurance company collecting urine samples is at a lower risk, as urine is not a primary mode of HIV transmission.
C. A personal trainer working with a client who has HIV may be at risk if there are open wounds, but the risk is less compared to healthcare workers directly handling blood.
D. An occupational therapist working with a client who has HIV may have some exposure risk, but it is significantly lower than that of a phlebotomist who handles blood samples.