NCLEX-PN
NCLEX Question of The Day Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is caring for a client with hyperemesis gravidarum. What is the most likely electrolyte imbalance?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In hyperemesis gravidarum, where the client experiences severe nausea and vomiting, the most likely electrolyte imbalance is hypokalemia. Potassium is abundant in the stomach, and excessive vomiting leads to potassium loss. Hypocalcemia (
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A) is not typically associated with hyperemesis gravidarum. Hypomagnesemia (
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B) and Hyponatremia (
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C) are less likely to occur compared to hypokalemia in this condition.
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