Which of the following indicate that a patient's renal function is adequate for weaning? 1. Urine output = 20 ml/hr 2. No major weight gain 3. No edema present 4. Normal electrolytes
a. 1 and 3 only
b. 1, 2, and 3 only
c. 3 and 4 only
d. 2, 3, and 4 only
ANS: D
The patient ideally should have an adequate urine output (>1000 ml/day), and there should be no inappropriate weight gain or edema.
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