A patient with progressive shock is diaphoretic and confused. The most recent blood pressure measurement was 82/40 mm Hg and a urinary catheter output was 10 mL for 1 hour. IV fluids are infusing at 150 mL/hr. Which action should the nurse take related to the urine output?

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The urinary catheter should be checked for kinking as a first step to ensure that the low urine output is not due to a mechanical obstruction, which is a common and easily correctable issue.

A Patient with Progressive Shock Is Diaphoretic and Confused