A client with hyperaldosteronism is being treated with spironolactone (Aldactone) before surgery. Which precautions does the nurse teach this client?

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Question 1 of 5

A client with hyperaldosteronism is being treated with spironolactone (Aldactone) before surgery. Which precautions does the nurse teach this client?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Spironolactone spares potassium; salt substitutes (KCl) could worsen hyperkalemia.

Question 2 of 5

Alcohol suppresses the secretion of ______ and thus _______ the reabsorption of water from the kidneys.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Alcohol inhibits ADH, reducing water reabsorption and increasing urine output.

Question 3 of 5

What gland requires iodine in order to produce its hormones?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The thyroid gland needs iodine to synthesize thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).

Question 4 of 5

Epinephrine and norepinephrine from the adrenal medulla will produce the same results as the _____ nervous system.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Adrenal medulla hormones mimic the sympathetic nervous system's fight-or-flight response.

Question 5 of 5

When blood glucose levels are low, the ______ will increase the secretion of ______.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Low glucose triggers the pancreas to secrete glucagon to raise blood sugar.

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