An older adult with gastroenteritis is disoriented and weak and has the following laboratory test results: Hematocrit (Hct) 56% (normal 40%-51%)
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) 32 mg/dL (normal 6-20 mg/dL)
Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse select for this patient?
A) Risk for injury
B) Excess fluid volume
C) Deficient fluid volume
D) Impaired skin integrity
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