Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
When caring for a client receiving a 20% mannitol IV solution at the rate of 100 grams/24 hours (or 70~mg/min), which outcome data is most important for the practical nurse (PN) to collect?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic. Monitoring urinary output is crucial to assess its effectiveness in promoting diuresis and to prevent complications such as dehydration or fluid overload.