A Preterm Infant Has Been Started on IV Fluids

question 44

Multiple Choice

A preterm infant has been started on IV fluids.When assessing the patient,which findings would indicate to the nurse that goals for this therapy are being met?

• A) Intake greater than output by 24 hours
• B) Lack of tremors and irritability
• C) Respiratory rate of 35 breaths/minute
• D) Urine output of 2/5 mL/kg/hour
• E) Urine specific gravity of < 1.012

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