A nurse is planning care for a child with hyponatremia. The nurse, delegating care of this child to a new RN on the pediatric unit, cautions the new nurse to be especially alert for which condition in the child?

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Hyponatremia can lead to cerebral edema, which can cause seizures in children. The nurse should be especially alert for signs of seizure activity and prepared to administer appropriate medications if needed. Bradycardia, respiratory distress, and hyperthermia are not typically associated with hyponatremia.

A Nurse Is Planning Care for a Child with Hyponatremia