The nurse evaluates that fluid resuscitation for a 70 kg patient in shock is effective on finding that the patient's

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Assessment of end-organ perfusion, such as an adequate urine output, is the best indicator that fluid resuscitation has been successful. The hemoglobin level is not useful in determining whether fluid administration has been effective unless the patient is bleeding and receiving blood. A decrease in CVP indicates that more fluid is needed. The MAP is at the low normal range, but does not clearly indicate that tissue perfusion is adequate.

The Nurse Evaluates That Fluid Resuscitation for a 70 Kg