The nurse is assessing a patient before hanging an IV solution of 0.9% NaCl with KCl in it. Which assessment finding should cause the nurse to hold the IV solution and contact the physician?
A) Weight gain of 2 pounds since last week
B) Dry mucous membranes and skin tenting
C) Urine output 8 mL/hr
D) Blood pressure 98/58
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