NCLEX RN Exam Questions Practice Question
A client with SIADH is admitted with severe hyponatremia. Which type of intravenous solution would the nurse expect to be ordered?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: SIADH causes water retention and severe hyponatremia. Hypertonic 3% sodium chloride is used to correct low sodium levels by drawing water out of cells. Isotonic or hypotonic fluids may worsen hyponatremia and colloids are not indicated.
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