Hypernatremia

1. Nursing Priority

1.1. circulation r/t orthostatic hypertension

2. Nursing Interventions

3. Normal range :  135-145 mEg/L

4. Signs/symptoms

4.1. dry flushed skin

4.2. furrowed tongue

4.3. sticky mucus membrane

4.4. increased HR

4.5. decreased UO

4.6. thirst

4.7. Nausea/Vomiting

4.8. confusion

4.9. postural hypotension

4.10. agitation

5. Causes of

5.1. decreased water intake

5.2. high intake of Na+ foods

5.3. excessive aldosterone

5.4. lack of ADH

5.5. profuse sweating

5.6. prolonged vomiting/ diarrhea