Hypernatremia Nursing Mnemonic You are FRIED from learning about sodium Flushed skin Restlessness: irritability Increased fluid retention and increased BP Edema: peripheral and pitting Decreased urinary output, dry mouth SWINE (bacon has high amounts of sodium) Sleepy – lethargy (typically the very first sign!) Weakness Irritability Neuromuscular excitability Edema SALT Skin flushed Agitation Low […]