The measurement of the fluids that enter the body
Intake
The fluids that leave the body
Output
The two measurements should be:
Equal; what goes in must come out
Types of intake
Oral fluids
IV FLUIDS
tube feedings
Hyperalimentation
Medication
Types of output
Urine
Vomit aka emesis
Loose stool
Bloody drainage
NG tune drainage and drainage from any other tubes/drains/lines
Perspiration
What is the metric system used for?
Fluid measurement
All measurements should be recorded in what?
ml
What is he average adult intake per day?
2500-3000 ml
What is he average output per day?
2500-3000 ml
Excessive fluid retention in the body tissues
Edema
Lack of sufficient fluid in the body tissues
Dehydration
Excessive urine output
Diuresis
Excessive perspiration
Diaphoresis
Increase fluid intake
Push fluids or force fluids
Commonly used term to refer to a urinary catheter
Foley