Which infusion device does the nurse select for the older adult client with a medical diagnosis of "dehydration"?

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An older adult client who has dehydration will require a large fluid volume that is accurately measured by using a cassette pump during the infusion.Volumetric controllers count drops for administered volume and are inherently inaccurate because of variation in drop size.A syringe pump is accurate but not appropriate for a large volume.Elastomeric balloons are used to deliver intermittent medications.

Which Infusion Device Does the Nurse Select for the Older