The nurse is preparing to administer sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) rectally to a patient with an irregular pulse and weakness of the lower extremities.
What laboratory finding does the nurse determine is the reason for this treatment?

Choice A rationale

Encouraging the patient to bear weight on the residual limb immediately after surgery is not recommended due to the risk of injury and poor healing.

Choice B rationale

Applying a tight compression bandage can help with circulation, but assessing for complications takes precedence immediately after surgery.

Choice C rationale

Assessing the residual limb for signs of hemorrhage or poor circulation is crucial to identify any post-surgical complications early.

Choice D rationale

Keeping the residual limb uncovered might be necessary in some cases, but initial assessment and monitoring are more important immediately after surgery. .

Choice A rationale

Administering a prescribed bronchodilator medication is the priority action for a patient experiencing an acute asthma attack. This helps to open the airways and improve breathing.

Choice B rationale

While checking the patient's vital signs is important, it is not the first action in the acute management of an asthma attack. The immediate priority is to relieve bronchospasm.

Choice C rationale

Collecting a sputum sample for analysis is not the first priority in an acute asthma attack. Stabilizing the patient's breathing is more urgent.

Choice D rationale

Obtaining a detailed health history is essential for comprehensive care but is not the first action during an acute asthma attack. Rapid intervention to improve breathing is the priority.