In SIADH, what does the nurse anticipate in terms of the patient’s urine sodium?
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Correct answer: High (over 40 mEq/L) despite hyponatremia
In SIADH, inappropriate ADH causes water retention and excretion of sodium in urine; urine sodium is typically elevated.
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