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What is the primary definition of polyuria?
What is the primary definition of polyuria?
- Urine output greater than 3 L/day with normal fluid intake (correct)
- Increased frequency of micturition without increased urine volume
- Excessive urination during the night
- Urine output less than 800 mL/day
How does nocturia differ from polyuria?
How does nocturia differ from polyuria?
- Nocturia involves normal urine volume during the day. (correct)
- Nocturia is characterized by increased urine volume at night.
- Nocturia means reduced urine output at night.
- Nocturia indicates polyuria at night only.
What urine output range is considered normal in a temperate climate?
What urine output range is considered normal in a temperate climate?
- 1200–3200 mL/day
- 500–1500 mL/day
- 1000–3000 mL/day
- 800–2500 mL/day (correct)
Which statement accurately describes oliguria?
Which statement accurately describes oliguria?
Which of the following correctly differentiates between polyuria and increased frequency of micturition?
Which of the following correctly differentiates between polyuria and increased frequency of micturition?
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Study Notes
Abnormal Urine Volumes
- Polyuria is defined as urine output exceeding 3L/day, occurring without excessive fluid intake.
- Nocturia is characterized by the elimination of excessive urine during nighttime hours.
- Polyuria involves high urine volume, while increased frequency of micturition indicates normal or reduced total daily urine volume, differentiated by 24-hour urine output measurement.
- Normal urine output in a temperate climate ranges from 800 to 2500 mL/day; this may vary based on diet and fluid consumption.
- Oliguria refers to significantly reduced urine output but the specific volume range is not provided.
- Causes of polyuria can be found in Table 2.21, indicating multiple underlying conditions or factors.
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