The nurse recognizes the most likely cause of hypokalemia to be ...

[Brittanyd9008]

The nurse recognizes the most likely cause of hypokalemia to be which of the following?
 
  a. respiratory acidosis
  b. severe constipation
  c. prolonged vomiting
  d. long-term use of insulin

Question 2

The nurse should advise a mother seeking information about vitamin supplementation that:
 
  a. it is unwise to exceed the recommended daily allowance of some vitamins.
  b. vitamins derived from natural sources are not as good as those derived synthetically.
  c. megavitamin doses are likely to be more effective than recommended daily allowances.
  d. fat-soluble vitamins are safer than water-soluble vitamins to supplement.

[stano32]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not a cause of hypokalemia.
B Incorrect: This is not a cause of hypokalemia.
C Correct: This is a common cause of hypokalemia.
D Incorrect: This is not a cause of hypokalemia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: This is appropriate advice.
B Incorrect: This is a false statement.
C Incorrect: This is a false statement that could have dangerous consequences.
D Incorrect: Fat-soluble vitamin supplements can lead to toxic levels.

[Brittanyd9008]

Excellent

[coreycathey]

Great answer, keep it coming