A Client Has a History of Hypothyroidism

question 37

Multiple Choice

A client has a history of hypothyroidism.Which laboratory value is the nurse most concerned about?

• A) Na⁺ 146 mEq/L
• B) K⁺ 3.6 mEq/L
• C) Ca²⁺ 8.2 mg/dL
• D) Mg²⁺ 1.1 mEq/L

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