NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Questions on Safety and Infection Control Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A client diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver and ascites is receiving spironolactone (Aldactone). The nurse understands that this medication spares elimination of which element?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Potassium. If ascites is present in the client with cirrhosis of the liver, potassium-sparing diuretics such as Aldactone should be administered because it inhibits the action of aldosterone on the kidneys.
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