Author Question: Clinical manifestations of sodium excess (hypernatremia) include which of the following? 1. ... (Read 78 times)

LCritchfi · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Clinical manifestations of sodium excess (hypernatremia) include which of the following?

1. Hyperreflexia
2. Abdominal cramps
3. Cardiac dysrhythmias
4. Dry, sticky mucous membranes

Question 2

Effective communication can be confirmed when:

1. The patient or caregiver asks questions.
2. When the patient and caregiver do not verbalize questions.
3. The receiver of the messages understands the information as the provider intended the message to be received.
4. The receiver of the message speaks the same language as the person giving the message.

Joc · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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1. Hyperreflexia occurs with high magnesium levels.
2. Abdominal cramping may occur with high potassium levels.
3. Cardiac dysrhythmias will occur with hypercalcemia.
4. High sodium concentrations cause water loss and create dry, sticky mucous membranes.

Answer to Question 2

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1. Questions are asked to verify information and gather more information.
2. The patient and caregiver may need time to think about information before asking questions.
3. Effective communication entails understanding the message that the sender intended for the receiver.
4. The language does not determine the understanding of the patient or caregiver.