A client is instructed to use potassium supplements because a medication that has been prescribed may cause hypokalemia. The nurse is aware that which group of drugs may cause hypokalemia?
a. Potassium-sparing diuretics
b. Potassium-wasting diuretics
c. Beta-blockers
d. Narcotics
ANS: B
These drugs cause the body to lose potassium.
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