Which statement accurately matches the classification thresholds for fistula output categories?

• A. Low: <200 cc in 24 hours
• B. Moderate: 200-500 cc in 24 hours
• C. High: >500 cc in 24 hours
• D. Low: 0-50 cc in 24 hours

Answer: (A)

Fistula output categories guide how you manage hydration, nutrition, skin care, and overall treatment intensity. The low-output category is defined as less than 200 mL (cc) in 24 hours, which equals less than 200 mL per day. This threshold matches the statement that defines low output as under 200 cc in 24 hours. The moderate and high categories commonly fall around 200–500 mL and over 500 mL per day, respectively, and are used to escalate care as drainage increases. Understanding that <200 mL/day is the low-output benchmark helps you tailor interventions—hydration and electrolyte monitoring for low output, more aggressive fluid and electrolyte management, skin protection, and nutritional support for higher output.