The nurse is monitoring a patient in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU) for postoperative fluid and electrolyte imbalance. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for this patient?
a. Encourage copious amounts of water.
b. Weigh the patient and compare with preoperative weight.
c. Measure and record all intake and output.
d. Start an additional intravenous (IV) line.
Answer: C
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