A nurse is assessing clients for fluid and electrolyte imbalances. Which client is at greatest risk for developing hyponatremia?
a. Client who is NPO receiving intravenous D5W
b. Client taking a sulfonamide antibiotic
c. Client taking ibuprofen (Motrin)
d. Client taking digoxin (Lanoxin)
A
D5W contains no electrolytes. Because the client is not taking any food or fluids by mouth, nor-mal sodium excretion can lead to hyponatremia. The antibiotic, Motrin, and digoxin will not put a client at risk for hyponatremia.
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