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A nurse is caring for a client who has a new prescription for spironolactone. Which of the following laboratory values should the nurse monitor?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Serum potassium. Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic, which can lead to hyperkalemia. Monitoring serum potassium levels is crucial to prevent potential complications such as cardiac arrhythmias. Serum sodium (
A) is not typically affected by spironolactone. Serum calcium (
C) and serum magnesium (
D) are not directly affected by spironolactone use. The nurse should focus on monitoring serum potassium levels to ensure the client's safety.

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