The nurse is performing a shift assessment of a patient with aldosteronism. What assessments should the nurse include? Select all that apply
A) Urine output
B) Signs or symptoms of venous thromboembolism
C) Peripheral pulses
D) Blood pressure
E) Skin integrity
Ans: A, D
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The principal action of aldosterone is to conserve body sodium. Alterations in aldosterone levels consequently affect urine output and BP. The patient's peripheral pulses, risk of VTE, and skin integrity are not typically affected by aldosteronism.
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