The nurse is caring for a child with hypernatremia. The nurse evaluates the child for which signs and symptoms of hypernatremia? (Select all that apply.)
A) Apathy
B) Lethargy
C) Oliguria
D) Intense thirst
E) Dry, sticky mucos

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Signs and symptoms of hypernatremia are nausea; oliguria; and dry, sticky mucos. Apathy and lethargy are signs of hyponatremia.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Child with Hypernatremia