A Patient Who Has a Small Cell Carcinoma of the Lung

question 34

Multiple Choice

A patient who has a small cell carcinoma of the lung develops syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) . The nurse should notify the health care provider about which assessment finding?

• A)Serum hematocrit of 42%
• B)Serum sodium level of 120 mg/dL
• C)Reported weight gain of 2.2 lb (1 kg)
• D)Urinary output of 280 mL during past 8 hours

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