A client age 80 years, who takes diuretics for management of hypertension, informs the nurse that she takes laxatives daily to promote bowel movements. The nurse assesses the client for possible symptoms of:
A) hypocalcemia.
B) hypothyroidism.
C) hypoglycemia.
D) hypokalemia.
Ans: D
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The frequent use of laxatives and diuretics promotes the excretion of potassium and magnesium from the body, increasing the risk for fluid and electrolyte deficits.
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