Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
The nurse cares for a client and receives a phone call from the laboratory department regarding a critical sodium level of 122 mEq/L (mmol/L) [135-145 mEq/L, mmol/L]. The nurse should take which initial action?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Reading back the critical result verifies accuracy, the first step before further action. Notifying the provider, seizure precautions, or recollecting follow verification.