79. Seizure precautions should be applied to clients who have:
. A serum sodium of less than 125 mg/dL.
. An HgbA1c over 8%.
. An anion gap less than 12.
. Chronic peripheral neuropathies.
Test-Taking Tip
Look for the most abnormal condition—a low serum sodium.
Content Area: Adult Health, Neurological; Integrated Process: Nursing Process, Analysis; Cognitive Level: Analysis; Client Need/Subneed: Physiological Integrity/Reduction of Risk Potential/Laboratory Values
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Answer 1 is correct because hyponatremia can precipitate seizures. Answer 2 is incorrect because the moderately high blood sugar associated with an A1c of 8% would not cause seizures. Answer 3 is incorrect because anion gaps less than 12 are normal. Answer 4 is incorrect because neuropathies of peripheral neurons would not precipitate seizures.