After reviewing a patient's laboratory values,the nurse determines the patient is experiencing fluid volume deficit.Which laboratory value would the nurse cite as supporting this determination?

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Urine osmolality of 330 mOsm/kg indicates a higher concentration of solutes in the urine, which can occur with fluid volume deficit as the body tries to conserve water, leading to more concentrated urine.

After Reviewing a Patient's Laboratory Values,the Nurse Determines the Patient