The nurse caring for a preterm infant will record the intake and output. The nurse is aware that what is the optimum output for this infant?
a. 1 to 3 mL/kg/hr
b. 4 to 6 mL/kg/hr
c. 7 to 9 mL/kg/hr
d. 10 to 14 mL/kg/hr
ANS: A
The optimum output for a preterm infant is 1 to 3 mL/kg/hr.
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