Which patients are at risk for developing hyponatremia?

Which patients are at risk for developing hyponatremia? 



A. Post-op patient who has been NPO for 24 hour with no IV fluid infusing.

B. Patient with decreased fluid intake for 3 days.

C. Patient receiving excessive IV fluids with 5% Dextrose.

D. Diabetic patient with blood glucose of 250 mg/dL

E. Patient with overactive adrenal glands

F. Tennis player in 100 F weather who has been drinking water



Answer: A, C, D, F


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