A 75 years old obtunded male chronically admittedin th ICU had elevated levels of sodium. He was on NPO and had dry skin with minimal urine output. Does the electrolyte level correlate with the patient's condition?

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A 75 years old obtunded male chronically admittedin th ICU had elevated levels of sodium. He was on NPO and had dry skin with minimal urine output. Does the electrolyte level correlate with the patient's condition?

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