It is necessary to monitor the fluid status of renal patients.The nurse understands that all of the following are indicative of fluid status except:

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While all of the options listed can give some indication of a patient's fluid status, the condition of the nails specifically is not typically considered a reliable indicator of fluid status. The best choices would be A) weight, B) blood pressure, and C) appearance of the skin, as these are more commonly used indicators in the clinical setting. D) Pulse rate can also be used, but may not be as reliable in certain cases (such as patients on beta blockers or with arrhythmias).

It Is Necessary to Monitor the Fluid Status of Renal