Client is awake and oriented. Peripheral IV is intact in left hand, no drainage, swelling, or discoloration noted at site. IV dressing is dry and occlusive. Dextrose 5% in 0.9% sodium chloride with 20 mEq of potassium chloride per liter is infusing at 100 mL/hr. Lungs are clear bilaterally, heart rate is regular, abdomen is soft and non-tender. Mucus membranes are dry, and skin turgor is poor. Which of the following actions should the nurse take upon assessing the IV fluid? Select all that apply
[Expert Solution]: Client is awake and oriented
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