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A client with adrenal insufficiency has a potassium level of 7.2 mEq/L. Which of the following signs or symptoms might the client exhibit with this result?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: A client with hyperkalemia may exhibit peaked T waves on an electrocardiogram. This manifestation is an early sign of high potassium levels, but diagnosis should not be based on this aspect alone. Untreated, hyperkalemia can lead to progressively worsening cardiac instability. Muscle spasms (
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B) are more commonly associated with hypocalcemia. Constipation (
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C) is not a typical sign of hyperkalemia. A prominent U wave on the ECG (
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D) is associated with hypokalemia, not hyperkalemia.

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