The nurse is caring for a patient with a medical diagnosis of hypernatremia.The following prescriptions are written in the client's electronic health record.Which one should the nurse question?

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Restricting the oral intake of a patient with hypernatremia (Na⁺ greater than 145 mEq/L)would lead to further elevation in the serum sodium level.Infusing D₅W IV fluid is appropriate,as this solution does not contain sodium.Hydrating the patient with D₅W would reduce the serum sodium level.Strict I&O monitoring and laboratory evaluation of electrolytes every 4 hr would ensure that the patient is safely rehydrated.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Medical