A Nurse Analyzes a Client's Laboratory Data and Notes an Increase

question 4

Multiple Choice

A nurse analyzes a client's laboratory data and notes an increase in serum sodium, a decrease in potassium, an elevated hematocrit, and an increase in blood urea nitrogen. Based on this information, which condition should the nurse anticipate in this client?

• A)Fluid volume excess
• B)Fluid volume deficit
• C)Decreased urinary output
• D)Increased urinary output

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