A patient's cardiac index will be calculated.What nursing interventions are necessary before this calculation is completed? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
A)Assure that there is an accurate current weight on the medical record.
B)Compare fluid input and output for the last 12 hours.
C)Measure the patient's height.
D)Figure the patient's age in years and months.
E)Obtain the patient's current heart rate.

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To calculate cardiac index, the nurse needs accurate weight, height, and heart rate measurements. Therefore, it is necessary to assure that there is an accurate current weight on the medical record, measure the patient's height, and obtain the patient's current heart rate. Comparing fluid input and output for the last 12 hours and figuring the patient's age are not necessary for calculating cardiac index.

A Patient's Cardiac Index Will Be Calculated