The term oliguria is used to describe:
a. an increased urine output > 2000 mL/day.
b. a decreased urine output < 500 mL/day.
c. a decreased urine output < 1000 mL/day.
d. an increased urine output > 1000 mL/day.
b
The term oliguria is used to describe a decreased urine
output < 500 mL/day.
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