ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam East Wick College Questions
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A nurse is reviewing the laboratory values of a client who is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN): glucose 72 mg/dl, chloride 100 mEq/L, sodium 138 mEq/L, and potassium 3.0 mEq/L. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Request a potassium replacement. The potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L is below the normal range (3.5-5.0 mEq/L). Hypokalemia can lead to serious complications, such as cardiac dysrhythmias.
Therefore, the nurse should plan to request a potassium replacement to correct the low potassium level and prevent potential adverse effects.
A: Discontinuing the TPN infusion is not necessary based solely on the potassium level.
B: Administering glucagon IM is not indicated for a low potassium level.
C: Checking for a positive Chvostek's sign is used to assess for hypocalcemia, not hypokalemia.
Overall, the correct action is to address the low potassium level with a replacement to maintain the client's electrolyte balance.
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