Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking lithium and reports starting a new exercise program. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Hyponatremia
Rationale:
Lithium and sweating from exercise can cause sodium loss → hyponatremia.
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This question is from RN Pharmacology~2023 Exam 2 which contains 64 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pharmacology
- Answer Choices: 4