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An Elderly Patient Receiving an Infusion of an Isotonic Fluid

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An elderly patient receiving an infusion of an isotonic fluid at 100 mL/hr complains of dyspnea.The nurse notes shallow rapid respirations and a cough that produces frothy sputum.Which is the priority nursing action?


A) Assess the urine output.
B) Elevate the head of the bed.
C) Encourage the patient to cough.
D) Maintain the IV rate.

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