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Tests are ordered for a client to measure the serum electrolytes potassium, sodium, and magnesium. What might an increase or decrease in the level of these electrolytes cause?
 
  A) Cardiac tamponade
  B) Cardiac dysrhythmia
  C) Myocardial infarction
  D) Angina

Question 2

A nurse is formulating the nursing diagnosis of a client who is recovering from a heart
  attack. Which is an example of an independent nursing action?
 
  A) Take off oxygen mask when client's condition improves
  B) Determine the strength of drug in intravenous solution
  C) Administer medicines if condition worsens
  D) Monitor client's condition frequently during care


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
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Important tests measure the serum electrolytes, such as potassium, sodium, and magnesium. An increase or decrease in the level of these electrolytes may cause cardiac dysrhythmia (irregular heartbeat).

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