A nurse is reviewing the laboratory results of a pregnant client who has hyperemesis gravidarum.

The nurse should expect to find which of the following findings?

Chocolate.Chocolate is one of the foods that can cause heartburn by increasing the acid production in your stomach.It also contains caffeine and theobromine, which can relax the valve between your esophagus and stomach and allow acid to escape up to your throat.

Choice A.Milk is wrong because milk can help neutralize stomach acid and ease heartburn symptoms.

Choice B.Bananas is wrong because bananas are low in acid and can act as a natural antacid.

Choice D.Rice is wrong because rice is a bland and starchy food that can help absorb excess stomach acid and prevent heartburn.

Some other foods to avoid for heartburn during pregnancy are citrus fruits, tomato-based foods, spicy foods, fried and fatty foods, carbonated beverages, and alcohol.

Hypokalemia.Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) is a severe form of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy that can lead to dehydration, electrolyte disturbances, ketosis, and weight loss.Hypokalemia is a common electrolyte abnormality in HG due to excessive vomiting and poor oral intake.Hypokalemia can cause cardiac arrhythmias, muscle weakness, and renal impairment.

Choice A is wrong because metabolic acidosis is not a typical finding in HG.Metabolic alkalosis is more likely due to loss of gastric acid from vomiting.

Choice C is wrong because hyperglycemia is not associated with HG.Hyperglycemia may occur in gestational diabetes or pregestational diabetes, which are risk factors for HG but not direct causes.

Choice D is wrong because hyponatremia is not a common complication of HG.Hyponatremia may occur in severe cases of dehydration or if excessive intravenous fluids are given without adequate sodium replacement.