Which assessment finding would be associated with a client requiring mineralocorticoid replacement therapy?

Question

1. Respiratory rate of 13 breaths per minute
2. Oral temperature of 100.0°F
3. Pulse of 48 beats per minute
4. Blood pressure of 78/58

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Respiratory rate is not affected by the lack of aldosterone that leads to the need for mineralocorticoid replacement therapy.
Rationale 2: Body temperature is not affected by the lack of aldosterone that leads to the need for mineralocorticoid replacement therapy.
Rationale 3: The pulse rate is more likely to rise in a client requiring mineralocorticoid replacement therapy.
Rationale 4: Clients requiring mineralocorticoid therapy typically have a lack of aldosterone. Aldosterone is the primary hormone regulating sodium and potassium in the body. Losses of aldosterone generally result in a drop in blood pressure and a rise in pulse.
Global Rationale: Clients requiring mineralocorticoid therapy typically have a lack of aldosterone. Aldosterone is the primary hormone regulating sodium and potassium in the body. Losses of aldosterone generally result in a drop in blood pressure and a rise in pulse. The pulse rate is more likely to rise in this client. Respirations and body temperature are not directly affected.