Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
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A fluid challenge of 250 cc of normal saline infused over 15 min is ordered for a client with possible acute renal failure. The nurse understands that the fluid challenge is given to
Correct answer
A
Rationale
expected response after a fluid challenge on normally functioning kidneys is an increase in urine output; will occur if low urine output is due to dehydration; if it is due to acute renal failure, there will continue to be oliguria