A 2-month-old neonate with diarrhea and vomiting has been receiving IV fluids for the past 24 hours. The specific gravity of the neonate’s urine is 1.012. What should the nurse do next()
A. Check the neonate’s blood pressure.
B. Check the specific gravity again as soon as possible.
C. Notify the physician.
D. Continue the ordered IV flow rate.
参考答案:D
解析:
The neonate’s urine specific gravity is within normal limits, indicating that he’s being adequately hydrated. The other options aren’t necessary.