Posted: August 16th, 2017

Which of the following statements accurately reflects a rule of thumb upon which the nurse may rely in assessing the patient’s fluid balance?

Which of the following statements accurately reflects a rule of thumb upon which the nurse may rely in assessing the patient’s fluid balance?
a) Minimal intake of 1.5 liters per day
If food and fluids are withheld, IV fluids (3L/day) are usually prescribed.
b) Minimal urine output of 50 milliliters per hour
Minimal urine output may be less than 50 mL/hr.
c) Minimal urine output of 10 milliliters per hour
Minimal urine output must exceed 10 mL/hr.
d) Minimal intake of 2 liters per day
Minimal intake, as a rule of thumb, is less than 2 liters per day.