Patient CareQuestion 13 of 100
A patient drank 240 mL of juice, 120 mL of water, and a 180 mL cup of broth. What is the total recorded intake?
a.360 mL
b.420 mL
c.540 mL
d.600 mL
Explanation
Adding the fluids: 240 + 120 + 180 = 540 mL. Broth is a liquid and is counted as intake. Accurate addition of all consumed fluids is essential for reliable I&O documentation.
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