A patient has recently been diagnosed with heart failure and has been put on a low sodium diet in the hospital.In addition,the patient has a fluid restriction.The nurse should suggest that half the total oral fluid allotment occur between which two times?
A) 7 AM; 7 PM
B) 3 AM; 3 PM
C) 7 AM; 3 PM
D) 3 PM; 7 AM

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In acute care settings,fluid restrictions often allot half the oral fluids between 7 AM and 3 PM,the period when patients usually are more active,receive two meals,and take most of their oral medications.Offer the remainder of the fluid allowance during the evening and night shifts.

A Patient Has Recently Been Diagnosed with Heart Failure and Has