Following an accident, the client arrives to the emergency room bleeding profusely. He had an estimated 15% to 30% blood loss from the body. What happens to the urine output of the body in this condition?

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When the body loses a significant amount of blood (15% to 30%), it compensates by conserving fluids to maintain blood volume and pressure. This results in decreased urine output, often below 30 mL/hour, as the kidneys retain fluid to support vital functions.

Following an Accident, the Client Arrives to the Emergency Room