The Nurse Places Highest Priority on Assessing the Results of Which

question 4

Multiple Choice

The nurse places highest priority on assessing the results of which of the following laboratory studies drawn on a client receiving losartan (Cozaar) ?

• A) Serum sodium and blood urea nitrogen
• B) Serum potassium and creatinine
• C) Serum calcium and phosphorus
• D) Serum magnesium and uric acid

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Definitions:

Boiling

The rapid vaporization of a liquid when it is heated to its boiling point.

Tachycardia

A heart condition presenting with rapid beating, exceeding the normal resting rate, especially highlighting its impact on health when persistent.

Bradycardia

A slower than normal heart rate, typically defined as fewer than 60 beats per minute in adults.

Arrhythmia

An irregular heartbeat that can range from too fast, too slow, or erratic, disrupting normal heart rhythm.