A nurse reviews the urinalysis results of a client and notes a urine osmolality of 1200 mOsm/L.Which action should the nurse take?

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Normal urine osmolality ranges from 300 to 900 mOsm/L.This client's urine is more concentrated,indicating dehydration.The nurse should encourage the client to drink more water.Dehydration can be associated with elevated serum sodium levels.Although a low-sodium diet may be appropriate for this client,this diet change will not have a significant impact on urine osmolality.A diuretic would increase urine output and decrease urine osmolality further.Low serum sodium levels,not elevated serum levels,place the client at risk for seizure activity.These options would further contribute to the client's dehydration or elevate the osmolality.

A Nurse Reviews the Urinalysis Results of a Client and Notes