Monitoring Changes in Hypervolemia

Hard Physiological Adaptation Fluid And Electrolyte Imbalances

A patient has been diagnosed with hypervolemia and exhibits several clinical signs and symptoms. As the nurse, you recognize that hypervolemia indicates an excess of fluid in the body. This condition can lead to significant imbalances in electrolytes and overall homeostasis. Which of the following physiological changes or complications should the nurse monitor for in this patient? Select all that apply.

Select all that apply:

Increased blood pressure due to excess fluid volume.

Decreased sodium levels leading to hyponatremia.

Development of edema in lower extremities.

Increased respiratory rate caused by pulmonary congestion.

Elevated heart rate as a compensatory mechanism.

Decreased urine output due to fluid overload.

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