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What is the sodium level in the blood when hypernatremia occurs?
What is the sodium level in the blood when hypernatremia occurs?
- 120 mEq/L
- 160 mEq/L (correct)
- 135 mEq/L
- 145 mEq/L
What is the first sign of hypernatremia?
What is the first sign of hypernatremia?
- Weakness
- Thirst (correct)
- Lethargy
- Irritability
What can hyperosmolality of the extracellular fluid (ECF) cause?
What can hyperosmolality of the extracellular fluid (ECF) cause?
- Cellular hydration
- Brain hyperactivity
- Intracellular dehydration (correct)
- Cellular over-hydration
What is the recommended timeframe for correcting sodium levels in hypernatremia to prevent cerebral edema?
What is the recommended timeframe for correcting sodium levels in hypernatremia to prevent cerebral edema?
What type of fluid replacement is included in the treatment of hypernatremia?
What type of fluid replacement is included in the treatment of hypernatremia?
What might be used to increase sodium excretion in the treatment of hypernatremia?
What might be used to increase sodium excretion in the treatment of hypernatremia?
What should be assessed in the nursing care of a patient with hypernatremia?
What should be assessed in the nursing care of a patient with hypernatremia?
What should be monitored and maintained to reduce the risk of injury in a patient with hypernatremia?
What should be monitored and maintained to reduce the risk of injury in a patient with hypernatremia?
What are the effects of hypernatremia on the brain?
What are the effects of hypernatremia on the brain?
What is the level of serum osmolality in the diagnosis of hypernatremia?
What is the level of serum osmolality in the diagnosis of hypernatremia?
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