ATI RN
ATI Med Surg Quiz Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is planning care for a client who has serum potassium of 6.0 mEq/L (Range: 3.5-5.0). Which actions should the nurse anticipate? Select all that apply
Correct Answer: C,D,E
Rationale: Sodium polystyrene sulfate promotes potassium excretion, a cardiac monitor detects arrhythmias due to hyperkalemia, and calcium gluconate stabilizes cardiac membranes. Sodium chloride bolus is inappropriate, and ACE inhibitors can worsen hyperkalemia.
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