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    A Critically Ill Younger Client Has an Elevated Serum Sodium
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A Critically Ill Younger Client Has an Elevated Serum Sodium

Question 3

Question 3

Multiple Choice

A critically ill younger client has an elevated serum sodium level. Which action should the nurse take after learning of this laboratory value?


A) Evaluate for edema
B) Assess for skin tenting
C) Check body temperature
D) Obtain a pulse oximeter measurement

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