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a). Hypernatremia
Hypernatremia is the elevated sodium occurring with water loss or sodium gain .In hypernatremia serum sodium level of more than 145 mmol/L.Severe symptoms occur when levels are above 160 mmol/L.
b).Signs and symptoms to be assessed
- Thirst
- Lethargy
- Agitation
- Changes in sensoruim
- Seizure
- Coma
- Decreased fluid intake will result in LOC so assess level of conciousness
c).Treatment
- Treat the underlying cause
- Assess the changes in mental status
- Iv solution of 5% dextrose in water or hypotonic saline solution
- Administration of diuretics
- Maintain Intake output chart& monitor daily weight
- Monitor foods &medication for Na+ content
- Monitor serum Na+ & urine specific gravity
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