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The PN monitors the infusion of fluids via a peripheral line. The prescription states, "3% Normal Saline (NS) to infuse at 100 ml/hour." The client's most recent serum sodium level is 135 mEq/L. What action should the PN take? {Ans: } Consult with a healthcare provider about the prescriptionWhich lab test will the PN monitor to determine if this may be a factor contributing to Helen's problem? {Ans: } serum proteinWhich problem often occurs in the elderly and may have contributed to the fluid volume deficit Helen is experiencing? {Ans: } decreased hepatic blood flowThe PN then explains that Helen's weight loss represents approximately how many liters of fluid loss? {Ans: } three.The PN explains to Helen's daughter that Helen has lost approximately how many pounds? (Enter numerical value only. If rounding is required, round to the whole number.) {Ans: } 7= 65 kg 2x2 = 143. 150 lbs.-143= 7lbsWhat action should the PN implement? {Ans: } document the presence of inelastic skin turgorSince Helen has a fluid volume deficit, the PN anticipates a decrease in which vital sign when Helen moves from a lying to a standing position? {Ans: } Blood pressureAfter recording the first blood pressure measurement, what