A patient is admitted to the critical care unit in congestive heart failure secondary to renal insufficiency
The patient reports that over the past few weeks, his urine output has decreased, and he has developed peripheral edema and ascites. A diagnosis of renal failure is made. The patient weight upon admission was 176 lb. The patient's weight the next day is 184 lb. What is the approximate amount of fluid retained with this weight gain?
a. 800 mL
b. 2200 mL
c. 3600 mL
d. 8000 mL
C
One liter of fluid equals 1 kg, which is 2.2 pounds; 8 pounds equals 3.6 kg, which is 3.6 liters; 3.6 liters is equal to 3600 mL.
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