Which action is NOT appropriate for fluid volume overload management?

Which action is NOT appropriate for fluid volume overload management?

• A. Restrict fluids
• B. Increase fluid intake
• C. Monitor I&O
• D. Elevate HOB

Answer: (B)

Fluid volume overload is managed by reducing the amount of fluid in the body and relieving congestive symptoms. Limiting fluids helps prevent further fluid accumulation, while monitoring intake and output and tracking daily weight quantify changes in fluid status. Elevating the head of the bed can ease breathing and reduce dyspnea associated with pulmonary congestion, improving comfort and oxygenation. Increasing fluid intake would worsen edema and overload, so it is not appropriate.

Fluid volume overload is managed by reducing the amount of fluid in the body and relieving congestive symptoms. Limiting fluids helps prevent further fluid accumulation, while monitoring intake and output and tracking daily weight quantify changes in fluid status. Elevating the head of the bed can ease breathing and reduce dyspnea associated with pulmonary congestion, improving comfort and oxygenation. Increasing fluid intake would worsen edema and overload, so it is not appropriate.