While reviewing a client's lab work, the nurse notices the client's potassium is elevated. The nurse checks the client's medication record
Which of the following, if found, would the nurse identify as contributing to the client's elevated potassium level? Select all that apply.
A) Atenolol
B) Aliskiren
C) Clonidine
D) Metoprolol
E) Eplerenone
Ans: B, E
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Direct renin inhibitors such as aliskiren and the drug eplerenone can cause hyperkalemia. Atenolol and metoprolol are beta blockers. Clonidine is a centrally acting adrenergic drug.
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