Author Question: The nurse is admitting a patient who was diagnosed with acute renal failure. Which electrolyte ... (Read 41 times)

Jipu 123 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is admitting a patient who was diagnosed with acute renal failure. Which electrolyte should the nurse expect to be most affected with this disorder?

1. calcium
2. magnesium
3. phosphorous
4. potassium

Question 2

A patient with fluid retention related to renal problems is admitted to the hospital. The nurse realizes that this patient could possibly have which electrolyte imbalance?

1. hypokalemia
2. hypernatremia
3. carbon dioxide
4. magnesium

scottmt · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

Because the kidneys are the principal organs involved in the elimination of potassium, renal failure can lead to potentially serious elevations of serum potassium levels. Imbalances in calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus are not likely.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
The kidney is the primary regulator of sodium in the body. Fluid retention is associated with hypernatremia. The kidneys are the principal organs involved in the elimination of potassium. Renal failure is often associated with elevations in potassium levels. Carbon dioxide and magnesium abnormalities are not anticipated for this patient.