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Height, Weight & Intake/Output Measurement

Which of the following counts as output on an intake and output record?

  • A.Sweat on the skin after a warm shower
  • B.Tears produced while watching a sad film
  • C.Urine, liquid stool, and vomitus
  • D.Saliva swallowed during normal conversation
Correct answer

C. Urine, liquid stool, and vomitus

Why

Output records measurable fluid leaving the body, including urine, vomitus, liquid stool, and drainage as directed. Routine sweat, tears, and swallowed saliva are not measured output.

Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Measuring Height, Weight, and Intake/Output · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-079).

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