A 3-year-old client (weight 14 kg) is admitted with viral ga…
A 3-year-old client (weight 14 kg) is admitted with viral gastroenteritis and fever of 39.5°C (103.1°F). The child has had multiple episodes of diarrhea and mild tachypnea. The provider orders maintenance IV fluids. The nurse calculates the child’s basal maintenance requirement using standard weight-based guidelines and considers necessary adjustments. Which calculation and interpretation by the nurse is most appropriate?