A patient who has a small cell carcinoma of the lung develops syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH).The nurse should notify the health care provider about which assessment finding?

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Hyponatremia is the most important finding to report.SIADH causes water retention and a decrease in serum sodium level.Hyponatremia can cause confusion and other central nervous system effects.A critically low value likely needs to be treated.At least 30 mL/hr of urine output indicates adequate kidney function.The hematocrit level is normal.Weight gain is expected with SIADH because of water retention.

A Patient Who Has a Small Cell Carcinoma of the Lung