A patient is admitted with hyponatremia. For which clinical manifestations would the healthcare professional assess?
a. Headache
b. Seizures
c. Paranoia
d. Confusion
e. Lethargy
Answer:
a. Headache
b. Seizures
d. Confusion
e. Lethargy
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