In a client who needs fluid replacement therapy for DKA, the nurse would evaluate the best indicator of rehydration as

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Urine output of at least 0.5 ml/kg/hr is the best indicator of rehydration in a client with DKA. This ensures that the kidneys are adequately perfused and functioning properly. A balance of intake and output, improving skin turgor, and moistness of tongue and mucous membranes are also important indicators, but may not be as reliable in assessing hydration status in clients with DKA.

In a Client Who Needs Fluid Replacement Therapy for DKA