When a client with heart failure is receiving loop diuretics, the nurse would be sure to monitor serum
a. calcium levels.
b. enzyme levels.
c. potassium levels.
d. sodium levels.
C
With the use of loop diuretics, potassium is lost through the kidneys, which can lead to dys-rhythmias and electrolyte imbalances. Hypokalemia sensitizes the myocardium to digitalis and therefore predisposes the client to digitalis toxicity.
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