The person with renal calculi is encouraged to drink fluids. The person needs to drink
A) 1000 to 2000 mL per day
B) 2000 to 3000 mL per day
C) 3000 to 4000 mL per day
D) 4000 to 5000 mL per day

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The person with renal calculi should drink 2000 to 3000 mL per day to promote urine production and prevent the formation of new stones. This amount of fluid intake helps flush out any stone-causing minerals in the urine before they have a chance to build up and form stones.

The Person with Renal Calculi Is Encouraged to Drink Fluids