Louise has been admitted to the nursing home. She is very unhappy and refuses most of the care provided at the home. Her fluid intake for the past 4 days has averaged 1,150 mL in 24 hours. You realize this is inadequate, and the multidisciplinary team is planning her care to increase her fluid intake

What are 24-hour hydration requirements?


1,000-3,000 mL of fluid daily or approximately 1 mL per calorie consumed

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