A Patient Who Is Taking a Potassium-Wasting Diuretic for Treatment

question 20

Multiple Choice

A patient who is taking a potassium-wasting diuretic for treatment of hypertension complains of generalized weakness. Which action is appropriate for the nurse to take?

• A)Assess for facial muscle spasms.
• B)Ask the patient about loose stools.
• C)Recommend the patient avoid drinking orange juice with meals.
• D)Suggest that the health care provider order a basic metabolic panel.

Explain the principles and applications of monoclonal antibodies.

Understand the process and significance of heavy chain formation in antibodies.

Recognize the role of MHC proteins in the immune response.

Differentiate the cellular responses mediated by various components of the immune system.

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