When caring for a client receiving liothyronine sodium, the nurse notes the client is exhibiting diaphoresis, restlessness, and tachycardia. The nurse should:
a. administer oral diazepam.
b. reassure the client that this is a normal reaction to liothyronine.
c. notify the health care provider of the client's symptoms.
d. decrease the client's 0.9% normal saline IV infusion.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action in this situation.
B Incorrect: This indicates a toxic reaction, not a normal response.
C Correct: The health care provider should be notified of these toxic symptoms.
D Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing action and the client is not exhibiting manifestations of hypernatremia.
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