A Client Has Been Prescribed Potassium Chloride (K-Dur)twice Daily

question 12

Multiple Choice

A client has been prescribed potassium chloride (K-Dur) twice daily.What should the nurse teach the client regarding this medication? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A)Potassium chloride (K-Dur)is discontinued immediately if hyperkalemia is suspected.
• B)This medication is used to prevent high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis.
• C)This medication is used for the treatment of metabolic acidosis.
• D)Electrolyte levels should be frequently assessed.
• E)This medication is used to treat hyperglycemia.

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