When assessing a client who is receiving a loop diuretic, the nurse looks for the manifestations of potassium deficiency, which would include what symptoms? (Select all that apply.)
Loose stools
Muscle weakness
Lethargy
Tinnitus
Anorexia
Correct Answer : B,C,E
potassium is important for muscle contraction ad energy production. Low potassium cause anorexia and nausea
A- Hypokalemia cause constipation
D-Hypokalemia does not cause tinnitus
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Rationale-Anticholinergics reduce intestinal tone and peristalsis
A. Probiotics are supplements used to boost the gut microbiota
B. Lubricants- coat the intestinal wall making it slippery for passage of stool
D. Absorbents-used to bind irritants or toxin in the gut
Correct Answer is ["B","C","D","E"]
Explanation
A. vancomycin can be nephrotoxic and fluid restriction is inappropriate
B. Slow infusion of vancomycin is key to avoid flush reactions
C. Normal trough levels for vancomycin are 10-20mcg/ml- 24mcg/ml increases risk of toxicity
D. Monitoring serum creatinine monitors for renal damage
E. Vancomycin can cause hearing loss and clients should be advised any early signs of ototoxicitysuch as ear fullness
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