While Reviewing Laboratory Results, the Nurse Notes That a Client's

question 57

Multiple Choice

While reviewing laboratory results, the nurse notes that a client's potassium level is 2.8 mEq/L and chloride level is 100 mEq/L. Based on this data, which intervention does the nurse plan for this client?

• A)Preparing to administer 0.9% sodium chloride infusion
• B)Measuring for nasogastric tube insertion
• C)Discussing potassium chloride replacement therapy with the healthcare provider
• D)Reviewing implications of transfusing with ammonium chloride

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