The nurse is providing care for an older adult patient who has developed signs and symptoms ofCalicivirus (Norovirus). What assessment should the nurse prioritize when planning this patients care?

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The vomiting and diarrhea that accompany Norovirus create a severe risk of fluid volume deficit. For this reason, assessments relating to fluid balance should be prioritized, even though each of the listed assessments should be included in the plan of care.

The Nurse Is Providing Care for an Older Adult Patient