A patient with diabetes has a serum osmolarity level of 325 mmol/L. What is the correct interpretation and action for the nurse to take based on this result?

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1. This result is high and should be reported to the physician.
2. This result is not too low. A normal serum osmolarity is 280 to 300 mmol/L.
3. This result is not somewhat low. A normal serum osmolarity is 280 to 300 mmol/L.
4. Normal serum osmolarity is 280 to 300 mmol/L. A serum osmolarity of 325 mmol/L is very high and the physician should be notified.

A Patient with Diabetes Has a Serum Osmolarity Level of 325