On admission,a patient weighs 113.4 kg (250 pounds).The weight is recorded as 116.1 kg (256 pounds)on the second inpatient day.The nurse should evaluate the patient for

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This patient has gained 2.7 kg (6 pounds)in a 24-hour period.A weight gain of 2.3 kg (5 pounds)or more in a day indicates fluid retention problems.A downward trend may indicate a reduction in nutritional reserves that may be caused by decreased intake such as anorexia or by fluid loss.

On Admission,a Patient Weighs 113