The nurse is planning the care of a male patient who has been admitted to the medical unit with an exacerbation of chronic pyelonephritis. Which of the following goals should the nurse prioritize in the planning of this patient's nursing care?
A) The patient will consume 3 to 4 L of fluid each day.
B) The patient will void every 3 hours.
C) The patient will express an understanding of the pathophysiology of pyelonephritis.
D) The patient will maintain his preadmission activities of daily living (ADLs).
A
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