Question

What abnormal postoperative urinary output should the nurse report to the physician for a 2-hour period?

a) <30 mL
b) Between 75 and 100 mL c) Between 100 and 200 mL d) >200 mL

Answer 1

The nurse should report a postoperative urinary output exceeding 200 mL in a 2-hour period to the physician.

Step-by-step explanation:

The abnormal postoperative urinary output that the nurse should report to the physician for a 2-hour period is d) >200 mL.

Normal urine volume varies, but the kidneys must produce a minimum urine volume of about 500 mL/day to rid the body of waste. Output below this level may be caused by severe dehydration or renal disease and is termed oliguria. A postoperative urinary output exceeding 200 mL in a 2-hour period may indicate excessive urine production (polyuria) and could be a cause for concern. The nurse should report this abnormality to the physician for further evaluation and management.