Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client with an elevated serum potassium level of 6.0 mEq/L (3.5-5.0 mEq/L). Which scheduled medication should the nurse plan to administer?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Sodium polystyrene sulfonate
Rationale:
Sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) is used to treat hyperkalemia by exchanging sodium for potassium in the gut, helping to lower serum potassium levels. Captopril can worsen hyperkalemia, and sertraline has no role in managing potassium levels.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 3