After reviewing laboratory results, the nurse is concerned that a patient being treated for leukemia is developing tumor lysis syndrome. What did the nurse assess to make this clinical decision? Select all that apply.
A. Hypocalcemia
B. Hyperkalemia
C. Hyperphosphatemia
D. Hypermagnesemia
E. Hyponatremia
Answer: C
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a. Crisis b. Acute c. Maintenance d. Health promotion
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a. Tongue b. Inner lips c. Edges of the nostrils d. Gums e. Oral mucosa