HESI RN Medical Surgical

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A client who has small cell carcinoma of the lung is admitted with symptoms of syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). As the client's serum sodium level increases from 120 mEq/L to 125 mEq/L, which intervention should the nurse implement?

A. Assess for increasing fluid volume overload. B. Withhold next scheduled dose of treatment. C. Increase neurologic checks to every 2 hours. D. Maintain the prescribed fluid restriction.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Maintaining the prescribed fluid restriction is essential to prevent further dilutional hyponatremia and to help normalize the serum sodium level gradually.

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