The client has been running in a long -distance marathon on a very warm day. The client complains of dizziness and nausea, and is taken to the hospital where she becomes lethargic. The serum sodium level is 125 mEq/L. What will be the best plan of the nurse?

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The client's hyponatremia indicates a low serum sodium level, which can be caused by excessive water intake, such as in the case of an endurance athlete running a long-distance marathon. Treatment typically involves administration of a hypertonic solution like normal saline to increase sodium levels gradually. Encouraging the client to drink fluids could worsen the situation by further diluting the blood with water. A high NaCl diet is not an appropriate intervention for acute hyponatremia. 0.45% NaCl solution is hypotonic and not effective for treating this client's condition.

The Client Has Been Running in a Long -Distance Marathon