Before Administering Sodium Polystyrene Sulphonate (Kayexalate)to a Patient with Hyperkalemia,what

question 34

Multiple Choice

Before administering sodium polystyrene sulphonate (Kayexalate) to a patient with hyperkalemia,what should the nurse assess for?

• A) BUN and creatinine
• B) Blood glucose level
• C) Patient's bowel sounds
• D) Level of consciousness

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