A diagnosis of cerebral salt wasting is made for a patient who recently experienced a subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) and is hyponatremic. The nurse recognizes the importance of which interventions?. Select all that apply.

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A) Strictly monitoring intake and output is important as cerebral salt wasting can cause electrolyte imbalances, including hyponatremia, which can be dangerous if not managed properly.

B) Monitoring hypertonic IV fluid therapy is important as it can help to correct hyponatremia and electrolyte imbalances in patients with cerebral salt wasting.

C) Securing a serum sodium level every 6 hours is important as it can help to identify any changes in electrolyte levels, which should be managed promptly.

D) Restricting the patient's fluids to 200 mL daily is not an appropriate intervention for cerebral salt wasting, as it can exacerbate electrolyte imbalances and dehydration.

E) Administering oral salt supplements can help to correct low sodium levels in patients with cerebral salt wasting, and is an appropriate intervention to consider.

A Diagnosis of Cerebral Salt Wasting Is Made for a Patient