The Client Is Experiencing Potassium Excess and Is Being Treated

question 26

Multiple Choice

The client is experiencing potassium excess and is being treated with 10% calcium gluconate. The client has been diagnosed with cardiac disease. The highest priority action on the part of the nurse is to check the client's:

• A) medications since this drug can lead to digitalis toxicity.
• B) pulse frequently since bradycardia is likely to result.
• C) pedal pulses frequently and lower extremities for swelling.
• D) mental status since alteration in consciousness may occur.

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