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A 56-year-old man is brought to the emergency department for evaluation of altered mental status and generalized seizure activity. The patient was found by a family member next to an empty quart of soy sauce. The patient has a past medical history of anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia with previous suicide attempts. The patient takes risperidone, sertraline, and lorazepam as needed. Temperature is 37.5°C (99.6°F), blood pressure is 166/64 mmHg, heart rate is 97 beats per minute, respiratory rate is 22 breaths per minute, and oxygen saturation is 95% on room air. On physical examination, the patient appears postictal and stuporous. Cardiopulmonary examination is within normal limits. The patient moves all extremities spontaneously. Laboratory results are shown below. Which of the following is the best next step in management?
| Laboratory Value | Result | Reference Range |
| Serum Chemistry | ||
| Sodium | 172 mEq/L | 136-146 mEq/L |
| Potassium | 4.8 mEq/L | 3.5-5 mEq/L |
| Chloride | 100 mEq/L | 95-105 mEq/L |
| Creatinine | 2.9 mg/dL | 0.6-1.2 mg/dL |
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