12 Questions
Which of the following is not a symptom of hyperkalemia?
Decreased blood pressure
What is the most common cause of hyperkalemia?
Tissue damage such as in burns, crushing injuries, and severe trauma
What is the normal range of Potassium?
3.5 - 5.0 mEq/L
Which organ primarily regulates potassium levels in the body?
Kidneys
What dietary modification is typically recommended for patients with hyperkalemia?
Limit intake of potassium-rich foods
What is the primary role of kidneys in regulating potassium levels?
Filtering and excreting potassium
What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient with a potassium level of 9.0?
Prepare the patient for dialysis and place the patient on a cardiac monitor
Which intervention is NOT appropriate for managing acute hyperkalemia?
Administration of potassium supplement
Which medication class can contribute to the development of hypokalemia as a side effect?
Diuretics
Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with hypokalemia?
Muscle weakness
Which electrolyte is primarily affected in hyperkalemia?
Potassium
The client is due to receive Kayexalate for complaints of nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, short QT interval, weakness, and oliguria. This drug is used to treat which imbalance?
Severe hyperkalemia
Test your knowledge on hypokalemia and hyperkalemia with this pre-test. Questions cover common causes, symptoms, and normal range of Potassium levels.
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