Output

Output (medicine) is a term used in the medical field to refer to the amount of substance excreted from the body, such as urine or sweat. It is a crucial aspect of monitoring a patient's health, particularly in critical care settings.

Overview

In medicine, output refers to the substances that are excreted from the body. These can include urine, sweat, feces, and other bodily fluids. Monitoring output is an essential part of patient care, as changes in output can indicate changes in a patient's health status.

Types of Output

Urine

Urine is one of the most commonly monitored outputs in medicine. It is produced by the kidneys and excreted through the urinary system. Changes in urine output can indicate problems with the kidneys or other parts of the urinary system.

Sweat

Sweat is another type of output that can be monitored. It is produced by the sweat glands and excreted through the skin. Changes in sweat output can indicate problems with the body's temperature regulation system.

Feces

Feces is a type of output that is produced by the digestive system. It is excreted through the anus. Changes in fecal output can indicate problems with the digestive system.

Monitoring Output

Monitoring output is an important part of patient care. It can help healthcare providers identify changes in a patient's health status and make appropriate treatment decisions. Output can be monitored in a variety of ways, including through physical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies.

See Also

• Input (medicine)
• Fluid balance
• Urine output

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