Fluids & Electrolytes #1 Flashcards
1
Q
Urine output of less than 400-500 mL in 24 hrs:
A
Oliguria
> 0.5 mL/kg/h
2
Q
No urine output:
A
Anuria
If less than 30 mL/hr for several hours, in an acutely ill patient, it’s a concern.
3
Q
If patient has kidney problems then they will have an issue with what electrolyte?
A
Potassium because the kidney are the only regulator of K+.
4
Q
What word do we use when we mean continuously measure and adjust the balance of a drug?
A
Titrate.
