After starting a diuretic, the patient lost 4.5 pounds. About how much fluid does this represent?
a. 0.5 liter c. 2 liters
b. 1 liter d. 4 liters
C
Each kilogram of body weight or 2.2 lbs is equivalent to one liter of fluid. The weight loss of 4.5 pounds is most likely due to a loss of 2 liters of body fluid.
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