The client has been ordered to be treated with Losartan potassium. What effect should the nurse expect to see in the client's laboratory values?
a. Decreased liver enzymes
b. Increased BUN and creatinine
c. Decreased serum glucose
d. Increased calcium
ANS: B
Losartan potassium is expected to cause an increase in the client's BUN and creatinine levels.
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