The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Client Admitted to the Intensive

The nurse is providing care for a client admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) after surgery for multiple accident-related injuries. The client's spouse asks why the nurse is measuring the client's urine every hour. What is the reason for the assessment?

A) Limited fluid intake can affect how much urine is produced.
B) Notable reduced urine production indicates serious kidney injury.
C) Blood loss from surgery and injuries can cause prerenal dysfunction.
D) Measuring urine output sets a goal for the rate of fluid replacement.