Several hours after a patient had an open surgical repair of an abdominal aortic aneurysm,the UAP reports to the nurse that urinary output for the past 2 hours has been 45 mL. The nurse notifies the health care provider and anticipates an order for a(n)

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The decreased urine output suggests decreased renal perfusion and monitoring of renal function is needed. There is no indication that infection is a concern,so antibiotic therapy and a WBC count are not needed. The IV rate may be increased because hypovolemia may be contributing to the patient's decreased urinary output.

Several Hours After a Patient Had an Open Surgical Repair