The Physician Has Ordered Amiodarone (Cordarone)

question 7

Multiple Choice

The physician has ordered amiodarone (Cordarone) . Prior to starting this medication, the nurse would alert the physician to which laboratory result?

• A) potassium 5.0 mmol/L
• B) international normalized ratio (INR) of 1.1
• C) sodium 140 mmol/L
• D) potassium 3.1 mmol/L

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Definitions:

Strong Acid

An acid that completely dissociates in water, releasing a high concentration of hydrogen ions and exhibiting a low pH.

Formic Acid

A colorless, pungent liquid with the formula HCOOH, used in various chemical manufacturing processes and as a preservative.

Acetic Acid

An organic compound with the formula CH3COOH, known for its sour taste and pungent smell; it's the main component of vinegar.

Weak Acid

An acid that dissociates incompletely, releasing only some of its hydrogen ions into the solution.