Hypernatremia tx

  • Oral or IV water replacement
  • Hypotonic IV fluids such as 0.45% NaCl solution or
  • 5% Dextrose in water (isotonic solution but becomes hypotonic when glucose is metabolized)
  • Diuretics may be given to increase sodium excretion (for excess sodium)
  • Restrict sodium in diet
  • Give isotonic solutions

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