A Patient Undergoes a Nephrectomy After Having Massive Trauma to the Kidney

question 26

Multiple Choice

A patient undergoes a nephrectomy after having massive trauma to the kidney. Which assessment finding obtained postoperatively is most important to communicate to the surgeon?

• A) Blood pressure is 102/58.
• B) Incisional pain level is 8/10.
• C) Urine output is 20 mL/hr for 2 hours.
• D) Crackles are heard at both lung bases.

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