When completing the client's intake and output record, which of the following is the largest component of clients' fluid volume output?
a. gastric secretions c. wound drainage
b. diaphoresis d. urine
D
Urine is the largest component of clients' fluid volume output, but diarrhea, vomiting, diaphoresis, wound drainage, and bleeding are all fluid losses as well.
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