Biology · Human Physiology
A patient with decompensated heart failure presents with peripheral edema, pulmonary congestion, and a mild serum sodium level of 132 mEq/L. Blood pressure is 100/68 mmHg, and IV furosemide has been initiated. What is the most appropriate next step in managing this hypervolemic hyponatremia?
- 1Restrict free water intake and monitor sodium levels while continuing loop diuretics✓
- 2Infuse 3% hypertonic saline to quickly correct sodium levels
- 3Infuse 0.9% normal saline and continue furosemide
- 4Add spironolactone to the treatment regimen
Correct answer
Restrict free water intake and monitor sodium levels while continuing loop diuretics
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