A child with a sodium measurement of less than 125 mEq/L and with a diagnosis of SIADH is at risk for:
1. Seizures.
2. Diarrhea.
3. Vomiting.
4. A change in the level of consciousness.
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1. The level is low and this increases the risk for seizure activity.
2. Low sodium does not place the child at risk for diarrhea.
3. Low sodium does not place the child at risk for vomiting.
4. A change in the level of consciousness is minimal. The largest risk is seizures.
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