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WorksheetsChapter 30: Fluid Needs - Introduction
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which statement best defines fluid requirements for adult patients?
Only fluids given intravenously
Fixed volume same for all adults
Any amount the patient prefers
Daily volume to maintain homeostasis
Which symptom most strongly suggests dehydration in a postoperative patient?
Brisk capillary refill
Elevated appetite
Dry mucous membranes
Dilute pale urine
When assisting with special fluid orders, what is the first safe action?
Ignore patient preferences
Verify the order parameters
Offer sports drinks freely
Limit all oral intake
Which item should be counted as fluid intake for charting?
Gelatin dessert serving
Bread roll with butter
Mashed potato portion
Grilled chicken breast
Which output should be recorded in an intake and output log?
Urine from catheter
Calorie count total
Blood pressure reading
Daily step count
Which action best supports a patient with increased fluid needs due to fever?
Restrict oral intake strictly
Delay fluids until afebrile
Avoid measuring intake
Offer small frequent fluids
How many milliliters of fluid does an adult need daily to survive?
3000 mL per day
1500 mL per day
1000 mL per day
500 mL per day
Which daily intake range supports normal fluid balance for most adults?
1500 to 1800 mL
1000 to 1500 mL
2000 to 2500 mL
2500 to 3000 mL
Match each special fluid order with its description.
Encourage fluids
Increase amount of fluids taken
Restrict fluids
Limit fluids to a set amount
NPO
No eating or drinking by mouth
Thickened liquids
All fluids are thickened
A patient has an NPO order. What is permitted by mouth?
Clear liquids every hour
Sips of water only
Ice chips as needed
No food or drink at all
Which purpose is a primary reason for keeping intake and output records?
To evaluate fluid balance
To schedule visiting hours
To monitor room temperature
To plan dietary preferences
Provide one example of output that must be recorded.
(a)
A patient on fluid restriction has I&O ordered. Plan a single day intake that stays within limits if the provider sets 1500 mL maximum. Which option best fits the order?
1500 mL including IV and oral
1000 mL oral with unlimited IV
1200 mL oral plus 500 mL IV
1800 mL from all sources
Which component connects the IV catheter to the IV bag and includes a clamp to regulate the flow rate?
Infusion tubing with drip chamber
Plastic IV bag reservoir
Metal IV pole support
Sterile insertion needle
Match each role or device with its responsibility in IV therapy.
Doctor
Orders fluid amount and timing
Registered Nurse (RN)
Calculates the flow rate
Electronic infusion pump
Controls flow; alarms if unsafe
Nursing assistant
Reports alarms to the nurse immediately
