A Client's Lab Results Show Overproduction of Aldosterone

question 4

Multiple Choice

A client's lab results show overproduction of aldosterone. What is the best nursing intervention to maintain serum electrolytes levels in the client?

• A) Administration of spironolactone
• B) Recommendation of sodium-rich foods
• C) Administer sodium chloride injection
• D) Give magnesium sulfate injection

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