Description

Hypernatremia is a medical condition characterized by an elevated concentration of sodium in the blood. It can result from excessive loss of water or excessive intake of sodium, leading to cellular dehydration and various neurological symptoms.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that hypernatremia may be discussed in contexts involving dehydration or renal issues. Common variants that may be heard include 'hipernatremia leve' (mild hypernatremia) and 'hipernatremia severa' (severe hypernatremia), but it is important to stick to the glossary term in formal contexts. Avoid confusion with 'hiponatremia,' which refers to low sodium levels.

Example Sentences

EN: The patient was diagnosed with hypernatremia due to excessive fluid loss.

ES: El paciente fue diagnosticado con hipernatremia debido a una pérdida excesiva de líquidos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing hypernatremia with hyponatremia; mispronouncing 'hipernatremia' as 'hiponatremia'; mixing up sodium levels with potassium levels.