ATI RN
ATI Pharmacology Assessment 1 Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a group of clients. The nurse should monitor which of the following clients for manifestations of hypokalemia? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,E
Rationale: The correct choices, A, B, C, and E, should be monitored for hypokalemia manifestations due to their respective medications. Prednisone (
A) can lead to potassium loss.
Torsemide (
B) is a loop diuretic that can cause potassium wasting. Polystyrene sulfonate (
C) is a cation-exchange resin used to treat hyperkalemia, which can lead to hypokalemia. Hydrochlorothiazide (E) is a thiazide diuretic known to deplete potassium levels.
Therefore, monitoring these clients for signs of hypokalemia is crucial.
Choices D and F are incorrect because spironolactone (
D) is a potassium-sparing diuretic that helps retain potassium and is unlikely to cause hypokalemia.
Choice G is not applicable.
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