You are the nurse caring for a 78-year-old client who was admitted with the diagnosis of...
You are the nurse caring for a 78-year-old client who was admitted with the diagnosis of dehydration due to the excessive use of diuretics. The client's serum sodium level is 127 mEq/L. Please explain which of the following solutions you would anticipate on the Primary Health Care Provider to prescribe? Please provide me a reference or citation. thank you.
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Answer = Excessive use of Furosemide, Bendroflumethiazide, manitol and lasix without adequate water replacement can cause severe dehydration.
- This complication can prevent by intake of adequate water and serum ion composition and fluid balance.
- To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of fluids and eat foods high in water such as fruits and vegetables and This can be also stop by consuming clear fluids such as water, clear broths, frozen water or ice pops, or sports drinks.
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