A client has been following an eating plan to improve mineral stores. Which observations indicate that this eating plan has been successful? (Select all that apply.)
1. Blood pH 7.32
2. Good skin turgor
3. Normal sinus rhythm
4. Red blood cell count within normal limits
5. Serum potassium level within normal limits
Answer: 2, 3, 4, 5
1. Minerals support acid-base balance. A low pH indicates that the eating plan has not been successful.
2. Minerals support fluid balance.
3. Minerals support cardiac function.
4. Minerals support blood cell formation.
5. Minerals support electrolyte balance.
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