Ati nur2708 paediatrics final proctored exam
A nurse in the emergency department is caring for a 16-year old adolescent who collapsed after playing football on a hot day. After reviewing the admission laboratory findings, the nurse recognizes that these findings are consistent with which of the following conditions? Sodium 152 mEq/L (135-145) Potassium 3.6 mEq/L(3.4-4.7) Chloride 105 mEq/L(90-110) Glucose 102 mg/dL(70-120) BUN 18 mg/dL(7-20) Creatinine 0.7 mg/dL(0.5-0.8)
Explanation & Rationale
A. A low-protein diet would not cause elevated sodium levels. B. SIADH typically leads to low sodium levels (hyponatremia), not hypernatremia. C. Renal failure often involves abnormal potassium or creatinine levels, which are normal here. D. Elevated sodium and dehydration are consistent with excessive fluid loss from heat exposure.
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