A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a client who is taking a loop diuretic and notes the client’s potassium level is 3.0 mEq/L. Which of the following physiological responses should the nurse expect related to the client’s hypokalemia?

a. Instruct the client to tilt her head back when she swallows: This action is not recommended, as it increases the risk of aspiration. Tilted head positions can lead to improper bolus control and

swallowing difficulties.

b. Add thickener to fluids: This is an appropriate intervention for a client with dysphagia, as thickened fluids are easier to control during swallowing and reduce the risk of aspiration.

c. Place food on the left side of the client's mouth: This action may not directly address the risk of aspiration associated with dysphagia and left-sided weakness.

d. Serve food at room temperature: While serving food at room temperature may be preferred for some clients, it does not directly address the safety concerns associated with dysphagia and left- sided weakness.

a. Urine in the drainage appliance: The presence of urine in the drainage appliance is expected in a client with an ileal conduit, as this is the route for urine to exit the body.

b. Feces in the drainage appliance: An ileal conduit is created for urinary diversion, and feces

should not be present in the drainage appliance. This finding could indicate a complication and should be reported.

c. Mild edema of the stoma: Mild edema of the stoma may be expected in the early postoperative period and may not require immediate reporting unless it worsens.

d. Redness of the stoma: Some redness is normal around a stoma, and it may not require immediate reporting unless there are signs of infection or worsening inflammation.