A client admitted diagnosed with pneumonia has been tachypne…

A client admitted diagnosed with pneumonia has been tachypneic for several days. When the nurse starts an IV to give fluids, the client questions this action, saying “I have been drinking tons of water. How am I dehydrated?” What response by the nurse best answers the client’s question?

A client admitted with suspected pneumonia reports going to…

A client admitted with suspected pneumonia reports going to the primary health care provider a “few days ago” and shows the nurse the results of what the client calls “an allergy test,” as shown below: The reddened area is firm to the touch. What initial action will the nurse take to address any safety risks?