A preterm infant has been started on IV fluids.When assessing the patient,which findings would indicate to the nurse that goals for this therapy are being met? (Select all that apply.)
A)Intake greater than output by 24 hours
B)Lack of tremors and irritability
C)Respiratory rate of 35 breaths/minute
D)Urine output of $2 / 5$ mL/kg/hour
E)Urine specific gravity of

Question

A preterm infant has been started on IV fluids.When assessing the patient,which findings would indicate to the nurse that goals for this therapy are being met? (Select all that apply.)
A)Intake greater than output by 24 hours
B)Lack of tremors and irritability
C)Respiratory rate of 35 breaths/minute
D)Urine output of $2 / 5$ mL/kg/hour
E)Urine specific gravity of < 1.012

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Urine output of 2-5 mL/kg/hour and urine specific gravity of < 1.012 indicate that the infant is adequately hydrated and that the IV fluids are meeting the patient's needs.

A Preterm Infant Has Been Started on IV Fluids 2/52 / 52/5

A Preterm Infant Has Been Started on IV Fluids $2 / 5$