Which of the following assessment findings would lead the nurse to believe that a patient taking high doses of aspirin is experiencing renal impairment? (Select all that apply.)
a. Reduced urine output
b. Weight loss
c. Potassium level of 6.2
d. Tinnitus
e. Elevated BUN
f. Hematuria
A, E
The development of renal impairment is signaled by reduced urine output, weight gain despite the use of diuretics, and a rapid rise in the serum creatinine and blood urea nitrogen. If any of these is observed, aspirin should be withdrawn immediately.
The patient would not experience weight loss, hyperkalemia, tinnitus, or hematuria.
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