A client has been prescribed potassium chloride (K-Dur) twice daily. What should the nurse teach the client regarding this medication? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Potassium chloride (K-Dur) is discontinued immediately if hyperkalemia is suspected.
2. This medication is used to prevent high blood phosphate levels in patients who are on dialysis.
3. This medication is used for the treatment of metabolic acidosis.
4. Electrolyte levels should be frequently assessed.
5. This medication is used to treat hyperglycemia.
Correct Answer: 1, 4
Rationale 1: Electrolyte levels should be frequently assessed and the drug discontinued immediately if hyperkalemia is suspected.
Rationale 2: Calcium acetate (PhosLo) is given for this reason.
Rationale 3: Sodium bicarbonate is given for this reason.
Rationale 4: Electrolyte levels should be frequently assessed and the drug discontinued immediately if hyperkalemia is suspected.
Rationale 5: This medication is not used to treat hyperglycemia.
Global Rationale: Electrolyte levels should be frequently assessed and the drug discontinued immediately if hyperkalemia is suspected. Calcium acetate (PhosLo) is given to prevent high blood phosphate levels. Sodium bicarbonate is given for metabolic acidosis. Insulin is used to treat hyperglycemia.
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