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Respiratory Therapist

Category - Initiation and Modification of Interventions

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If a patient’s urine output is documented to be 70 mL, what should the therapist conclude and recommend?
  1. Urine output is high, and fluid intake should be reduced.
  2. Urine output is low, and fluid intake should be increased.
  3. Urine output is normal, and fluid intake should be maintained.
  4. Urine output is normal, and fluid intake can be increased.
Explanation
Answer: A-A urine output of 70 mL is too high, and the fluid intake should be reduced.

The normal range for urine output is 40-60 mL. A patient’s urine output is a sensitive indicator of tissue perfusion and should be monitored closely.
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