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theo

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The nurse must keep an accurate intake and output record to assess kidney efficiency. In order for the kidneys to remove waste, they must produce an hourly urine output of at least:
 
  a. 10 mL.
  b. 20 mL.
  c. 30 mL.
  d. 40 mL.

Question 2

When assisting a postoperative patient with pain control and comfort, the nurse should:
 
  a. pull the patient up in bed.
  b. lift the patient up in bed.
  c. tighten constricting bandages.
  d. restrict fluid and dietary intake.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
The kidneys must excrete a minimum of 30 mL/hour to eliminate waste products.

Answer to Question 2

B
Pain control and comfort measures include loosening constricting bandages, lifting, not pulling the patient up in bed, and preventing constipation by encouraging appropriate fluid and dietary intake.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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:D TYSM

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