Registered Dietitian Exam Prep

Category - Nutrition Care

Fluid needs in acute renal failure are determined by which of the following?
  1. 24 hour urine output
  2. Water losses from perspiration, fever, and vomiting
  3. Daily water requirements
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: D - Fluid needs in acute renal failure are determined by 24 hour urine output, water losses from perspiration, fever, and sweating, and the daily water requirement Urinary output and deficits from perspiration, fever, and vomiting (water losses) need to be balanced against the need for water intake, which is usually around 500 ml.
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