After a subarachnoid hemorrhage, the patients laboratory results indicate a serum sodium level of less than $126 \mathrm{mEq} / \mathrm{L}$. What is the nurses most appropriate action?

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The patient may be experiencing syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) or cerebral salt-wasting syndrome. The treatment most often is the use of IV hypertonic 3\% saline. A normal saline bolus would exacerbate the problem and there is no indication for tests of hypothalamic function or thrombolytic therapy.

After a Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, the Patients Laboratory Results Indicate a Serum