The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Potassium

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with a potassium level of 5.9 mEq/L. The healthcare provider prescribes both glucose and insulin for the patient. The patient's spouse asks, "Why is insulin needed? " Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?

• A)"The insulin will help his kidneys excrete the extra potassium."
• B)"The insulin is safer than other medications that can lower potassium levels."
• C)"The insulin lowers his blood sugar levels, and this is how the extra potassium is excreted."
• D)"The insulin will cause his extra potassium to move into his cells, which will lower potassium in the blood."

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