A Recently Admitted Patient Has a Small-Cell Carcinoma of the Lung

question 24

Multiple Choice

A recently admitted patient has a small-cell carcinoma of the lung, which is causing the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) . The nurse will monitor carefully for

• A) rapid and unexpected weight loss.
• B) increased total urinary output.
• C) decreased serum sodium level.
• D) elevation of serum hematocrit.

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