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A nurse is caring for a client whose serum potassium level is 5.3 mEq/L (3.5-5 mEq/L). The nurse should anticipate a prescription for which of the following medications?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) is used to treat hyperkalemia by lowering serum potassium levels through ion exchange in the intestines.

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