While a patient with SIADH is receiving hypertonic saline, the nurse assesses for signs that the saline must be stopped.These signs would include
A) decreased CVP and decreased PAP.
B) bradycardia and thirst.
C) hypotension and wheezing.
D) hypertension and lung crackles.

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Hypertension and lung crackles are signs of fluid overload.The hypertonic solution may pull fluid out of cells and tissues.Whereas weight gain signifies continual fluid retention, weight loss indicates loss of body fluid.

While a Patient with SIADH Is Receiving Hypertonic Saline, the Nurse