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What is the medical term for low levels of sodium in the blood?
What is the medical term for low levels of sodium in the blood?
- Hyponatremia (correct)
- Hypophosphatemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypocalcemia
Which symptom can occur in extreme cases of hyponatremia?
Which symptom can occur in extreme cases of hyponatremia?
- Seizures (correct)
- Skin rash
- Runny nose
- Joint pain
What type of IV fluid is recommended for a patient with hyponatremia?
What type of IV fluid is recommended for a patient with hyponatremia?
- 0.9% hypertonic saline
- 0.45% saline
- Lactated Ringer’s (correct)
- 5% dextrose
Which medication can help balance sodium levels in the body for a patient with hyponatremia?
Which medication can help balance sodium levels in the body for a patient with hyponatremia?
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What can be encouraged to boost sodium levels in a patient with hyponatremia?
What can be encouraged to boost sodium levels in a patient with hyponatremia?
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