ATI LPN
ATI PN Adult Med Surg 2020 with NGN Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse caring for a client reviews the medical record and determines the client is at risk for developing a potassium deficit because of which situation?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Nasogastric suction removes gastric secretions that contain potassium, leading to a loss of potassium from the body, which can cause hypokalemia. Addison's disease and tissue damage cause hyperkalemia, and uric acid levels are unrelated to potassium.
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