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the nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of dehydration. trending serum sodium levels are being monitored. which sodium level supports this diagnosis?
laboratory results
tests and results\treference range
sodium 127 meq/l\t135 - 145 meq/l
sodium 135 meq/l\t135 - 145 meq/l
sodium 142 meq/l\t135 - 145 meq/l
sodium 149 meq/l\t135 - 145 meq/l
1 sodium level 127 meq/l
2 sodium level 135 meq/l
3 sodium level 142 meq/l
4 sodium level 149 meq/l

Explanation:

The normal serum sodium reference range is 135 - 145 mEq/L. In dehydration, hypernatremia (serum sodium > 145 mEq/L) can occur. A sodium level of 149 mEq/L is above the normal range and supports the diagnosis of dehydration.

Answer:

1. Sodium level 149 mEq/L