Hypernatremia – Signs and Symptoms 2 Nursing Mnemonic (SWINE)
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Outline
SWINE
- S-Sleepy – lethargy (typically the very first sign!)
- W-Weakness
- I-Irritability
- N-Neuromuscular excitability
- E-Edema
Description
Bacon is salty. SWINE can help you remember some of the signs and symptoms of hypernatremia
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