The nurse is caring for a 3-year-old with severe burns. What is the nurse aware is the minimum adequate hourly urine output?
a. 5 mL/hr
b. 10 mL/hr
c. 15 mL/hr
d. 20 mL/hr
ANS: D
The minimum acceptable hourly urine output for children over the age of 2 years is 20 to 30 mL/hr.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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