A nurse is caring for a pediatric client with a history of diabetes mellitus (DM) and notes new signs of dehydration. There is an order to discharge the client home today. Which would be the best action for the nurse to take?

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A nurse is caring for a pediatric client with a history of diabetes mellitus (DM) and notes new signs of dehydration. There is an order to discharge the client home today. Which would be the best action for the nurse to take?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

ID: 137304

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

Collaborate with the health care provider about the client's change in condition

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Discharge the client and instruct parents to provide the client with extra fluids

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Teach the family and client how to manage dehydration at home

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Advise the parents to take the client to the family doctor if dehydration persists

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