Study Question and Answer on fluid balance.

The nurse knows that the most accurate indicator of fluid balance is what?.

A.Frequency of urination.

B. Daily weight.

C.A complete blood count.

D.Skin turgor.

Correct answer is B.

Rationale :Due to so many sources of inaccuracy in intake and output measurement, the record of patient daily weight will most likely give accurate indicator of fluid balance status.

The best way to do it is to weigh the patient same time in the morning before breakfast and after first morning urination. Preferably with the same clothes and same scale. A,C,and D will not give you accurate measurements due to some variables.

Unsplash.com/photos/search. Daily weight. Done same time in the morning before breakfast and after first morning urination.