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CEN Practice Exam (Certified Emergency Nurse)

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You are caring for a patient with second- and third-degree burns who is getting fluid intravenously. What would you assess to determine if the patient is getting adequate fluid?
  1. Vital signs
  2. Urine output
  3. Peripheral pulses
  4. Mental status
Explanation
Answer: B - The most reliable source of fluid resuscitation is urine output. The normal urine output of an adult should be 30 to 50 ml per hour. Vital signs, peripheral pulses and mental status should all be normal if adequate fluid is being administered.
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