While the nurse is explaining the functioning of the urinary system, the client asks the nurse, "How much urine has to be in the bladder before I feel the urge to urinate?" The nurse's most accurate response is:
1. "At least 500 mL."
2. "Around 1 liter."
3. "250-450 mL."
4. "About 750 mL."
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Rationale: Individuals differ, but generally, 250-450 mL of urine will provide adequate bladder stretch to produce the urge to urinate.
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