Fluid Overload on the NCLEX
Recognition, intervention, prevention in HF and CKD.
Fluid overload is excess intravascular and interstitial fluid.
Recognition
Weight gain. Edema (peripheral, pulmonary). JVD. Crackles. Dyspnea. SOB.
Intervention
Diuretics (loop). Fluid restriction. Daily weights. Sit upright. Oxygen if hypoxic. Position for comfort.
Prevention
Daily weights. Fluid restriction per disease. Low-sodium diet. Track I&O.
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