Eight hours after a thermal burn covering 50% of a patient's total body surface area (TBSA),the nurse assesses the patient. The patient weighs 92 kg (202.4 lb). Which information would be a priority to communicate to the health care provider?

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The urine output should be at least 0.5 to 1.0 mL/kg/hr during the emergent phase,when the patient is at great risk for hypovolemic shock. The nurse should notify the health care provider because a higher IV fluid rate is needed. BP during the emergent phase should be greater than 90 mm Hg systolic and the pulse rate should be less than 120 beats/min. Serous exudate from the burns is expected during the emergent phase.

Eight Hours After a Thermal Burn Covering 50% of a Patient's