An elective saline abortion has been performed on a 3- week primigravida. Following the procedure, the nurse should be alert for which early side effect?

The correct answer is B. Thirst. (A) If the client is experiencing water satiety, there is no more desire for water. (B) Absorption of saline into circulation rather than into amniotic sac increases serum sodium and desire for water. (C) Edema can be a late side effect caused by water intoxication. (D)…

Physiological Integrity: Reduction of Risk Potential

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Options

AWater satiety
BThirst
CEdema
DDiabetes insipidus

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A
13% (8)
B
75% (46)
C
3% (2)
D
8% (5)

Explanation

(A) If the client is experiencing water satiety, there is no more desire for water. (B) Absorption of saline into circulation rather than into amniotic sac increases serum sodium and desire for water. (C) Edema can be a late side effect caused by water intoxication. (D) Diabetes insipidus occurs as a result of deficient antidiuretic hormone.

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