One of the most reliable assessment tools for adequacy of fluid resuscitation in burned children is:

The correct answer is B. Level of consciousness. (A) Blood pressure can remain normotensive in a state of hypovolemia. (B) Capillary refill, alterations in sensorium, and urine output are the most reliable indicators for assessing hydration. (C) Skin turgor is not a reliable indicator for assessing hydration in a burn client…

Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation

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ABlood pressure
BLevel of consciousness
CSkin turgor
DFluid intake

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Explanation

(A) Blood pressure can remain normotensive in a state of hypovolemia. (B) Capillary refill, alterations in sensorium, and urine output are the most reliable indicators for assessing hydration. (C) Skin turgor is not a reliable indicator for assessing hydration in a burn client. (D) Fluid intake does not indicate adequacy of fluid resuscitation in a burn client.

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