A Patient Is Hospitalized with Possible Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic

question 28

Multiple Choice

A patient is hospitalized with possible syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) . The patient is confused and reports a headache, muscle cramps, and twitching. The nurse would expect the initial laboratory results to include

• A) an elevated hematocrit.
• B) a decreased serum sodium.
• C) an increased serum chloride.
• D) a low urine specific gravity.

Understand the influence of environmental factors on behavior through concepts like reciprocal determinism.

Appreciate the historical and theoretical development of behaviorism and its contributions to psychology.

Recognize the societal and ethical implications of using behavior modification.

Understand the concept and application of a token economy in reinforcing behavior.

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