A 5-year-old child is admitted with diarrhea and vomiting fo…
A 5-year-old child is admitted with diarrhea and vomiting for the past 2 days. Vital signs are blood pressure 88/50; pulse 185; temperature 98.8 F; respirations 24; oxygen saturation 98% on room air; 0/10 pain (Face scale). The nurse notes poor skin turgor, dry mucous membranes, and tearless cry. Which priority intervention should the nurse anticipate that the healthcare provider will order next?