HESI RN
HESI Bsn 225 RN Pharmacology Questions
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A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is receiving calcium acetate 667 mg PO. A decrease in which blood value indicates to the nurse that the medication is having the desired effect?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Calcium acetate lowers phosphate levels in CKD by binding dietary phosphate. A decreased phosphate level indicates effectiveness. pH, potassium, and calcium are not primary targets.
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