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A client has a serum sodium level of 115 mEq/L. The nurse has initiated a slow IV infusion of hypertonic saline solution per IV pump in a large vein. Which other intervention should the nurse implement as a priority?

a.Assess the client for dysphagia.
b.Have on-hand a calcium-channel blocker in case of overdose.
c.Initiate seizure and safety precautions.
d.Start a second IV in case the first one infiltrates.
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c.Initiate seizure and safety precautions.



HYPONATREMIA-    Refers to the serum sodium concentration less than 135 mEq/L
Too rapid restoration of sodium balance, hypertonic sodium solutions may provoke brain injury
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