Ati final medsurg b3 exam Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A patient who has a small cell carcinoma of the lung develops syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH). The nurse should notify the health care provider about which assessment finding? a.Serum hematocrit of 42% b.Serum sodium level of 120 mg/dL c.Reported weight gain of 2.2 lb (1 kg) d.Urinary output of 280 mL during past 8 hours b.Serum sodium level of 120 mg/dL Hyponatremia is the most important finding to report. SIADH causes water retention and a decrease in serum sodi...