In caring for patient with 50% total body surface area burns, the nurse correlates which finding to resolution of burn shock?

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Urine output is a key indicator of renal perfusion and fluid balance. In the context of burn shock resolution, an adequate urine output (0.5-1 mL/kg/hr for adults) suggests effective circulatory volume resuscitation and stabilization, indicating that the patient is moving out of the shock phase. In this case, 800 mL over 2 hours is considered adequate for most adults, suggesting improved renal perfusion and fluid status.

In Caring for Patient with 50% Total Body Surface Area