A Patient Has an Adrenocortical Adenoma Causing Hyperaldosteronism and Is

question 32

Multiple Choice

A patient has an adrenocortical adenoma causing hyperaldosteronism and is scheduled for laparoscopic surgery to remove the tumor. During care before surgery, the nurse should

• A) monitor blood glucose level every 4 hours.
• B) provide a potassium-restricted diet.
• C) monitor the blood pressure every 4 hours.
• D) relieve edema by elevating the extremities.

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