Mrs. Nygyen is a 60-year-old patient who has been diagnosed
with chronic kidney disease. Mrs. Nygyen’s past medical history
includes diabetes mellitus type 2, osteoarthritis, and
hypertension.
1. Upon intake assessment, the nurse notes that Mrs. Nygyen
has very dry skin and mucous membranes, mild ecchymosis to the
lower extremities, and lung crackles bilaterally. Vital signs
include blood pressure of 160/90, pulse 90, respirations 22, and
temperature 99.0° F.
What assessment data collected by the nurse would indicate
that Mrs....