Vital Signs and Fluid Volume Deficit

Very Easy Physiological Adaptation Fluid And Electrolyte Imbalances

A client is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of dehydration. The nurse is assessing the client's vital signs. Which of the following vital sign changes is most indicative of a fluid volume deficit?

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Bradycardia (slow heart rate)

Tachycardia (fast heart rate)

Hypothermia (low body temperature)

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