Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a fluid volume deficit. The nurse should expect which of the following findings?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Urine output 15 mL/hr. In a client with fluid volume deficit, the body tries to conserve fluids by decreasing urine output. A urine output of 15 mL/hr indicates decreased renal perfusion and fluid conservation, which are common in fluid volume deficit. Choices A, C, and D are within normal ranges and do not specifically indicate fluid volume deficit. Choice A (BUN 12 mg/dL) is within the normal range and is not significantly altered in fluid volume deficit. Choice C (Hct 43%) is also within normal range and may be elevated in dehydration, but not specific to fluid volume deficit. Choice D (Urine specific gravity 1.020) is concentrated, but not definitive for fluid volume deficit.