A client with hypotension is in the emergency department being evaluated. The client’s sodium level has come back at 148 mmol/L. What interventions by the nurse would be most appropriate? Select all that apply.
The nurse is receiving report on a client with severe hypernatremia. The nurse anticipates which of the following findings upon assessment of this client? Select all that apply.
A nurse is caring for a client who is recovering from surgery. The client has developed a headache, muscle weakness, and mental status changes. The nurse notes that the client’s glucose level is 85 mg/dL, sodium is 126 mEq/L, potassium is 4.8 mEq/L and calcium is 8.6 mg/dL. What intervention is most appropriate for the nurse to perform in this situation?
A patient has developed hypernatremia as a result of TPN use. Which of the following signs or symptoms would the nurse see with this situation? Select all that apply.
The nurse is caring for a client with a sodium level of 125 mEq/L. The client was previously alert, oriented, and ambulatory. The nurse notes that this client can no longer lift his arms and is beginning to demonstrate erratic behavior, such as attempting to climb out of bed. Which of the following medications does the nurse anticipate giving this client?
A nurse is caring for a client who had blood drawn for laboratory work. The client’s sodium level is 142 mEq/L. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?
A nurse is caring for a client is being treated for SIADH with 3% hypertonic saline to correct a serum sodium of 129 mEq/L, which was drawn approximately 24 hours ago. A new BMP shows the latest sodium is 147 mEq/L. What is the priority nursing intervention at this time?
A client has developed hyponatremia as a result of syndrome of inappropriate anti-diuretic hormone. Which type of IV fluid would the nurse most likely administer?
A client presents to the emergency department with suspected heat stroke. Lab values reveal a sodium level of 152 mEq/L. Which of the following orders does the nurse anticipate?
The nurse is caring for a client who takes a diuretic for heart failure. The nurse is assessing the client and notes confusion, muscle weakness, and diminished deep tendon reflexes. The nurse checks the client’s lab values. Which of the following lab values is consistent with this client’s symptoms?
