Author Question: A postoperative client enters the postanesthesia care unit and blood studies are done. The client's ... (Read 40 times)

pepyto · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A postoperative client enters the postanesthesia care unit and blood studies are done. The client's serum potassium level is 2.9 mEq/L. What will the nurse do next?

a. Institute seizure precautions.
b. Monitor ECG readings.
c. Draw liver enzyme levels.
d. Elevate the head of the bed.

Question 2

Which sign or symptom may be noted in a client with overhydration?

a. Bradycardia
b. Hypotension
c. Pulmonary congestion
d. Weight loss

vickyvicksss · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
This level of potassium puts the client at risk for cardiac dysrhythmias. The nurse must monitor for cardiac irregularities.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Pulmonary congestion is a sign of fluid overload. Hypotension and weight loss are associated with dehydration and shock. Bradycardia may be due to longtime hypoxia and hypoxemia, but this is a very late sign.