Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has hypovolemic shock. Which of the following should the nurse recognize as an expected finding?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Oliguria, or low urine output, is an expected finding in hypovolemic shock. As the blood volume decreases, the kidneys receive less blood flow, leading to reduced urine production. This is a protective mechanism to conserve body fluids, but it also indicates the severity of fluid loss and the need for urgent intervention.