A Patient with Diabetes Has a Serum Osmolarity Level of 325

question 25

Multiple Choice

A patient with diabetes has a serum osmolarity level of 325 mmol/L. What is the correct interpretation and action for the nurse to take based on this result?

• A) The result is somewhat high, but no immediate action is necessary.
• B) The result is very low, and the physician should be notified of the result.
• C) The result is somewhat low, but no immediate action is necessary.
• D) The result is very high, and the physician should be notified of the result.

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Note Payable

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