The nurse is planning the care of a patient in the intensive care unit.With regard to maintaining adequate fluid volume for this patient,the nurse realizes that interventions should be planned to reduce the risk of which condition?

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Maintaining adequate fluid volume can increase the risk of retaining sodium, which can lead to fluid overload and increased blood pressure. Therefore, interventions should be planned to prevent excessive sodium intake and promote sodium excretion through appropriate diuretic therapy.

The Nurse Is Planning the Care of a Patient in the Intensive