Hypokalemia
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
What is the normal serum potassium level?
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Question 2 of 10
2. Question
Which of the following best describes hypokalemia?
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Hypokalemia is simply a serum potassium level less than 3.5
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Question 3 of 10
3. Question
Which of the following patients are at an increased risk for hypokalemia?
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The patient with DKA, diabetic ketoacidosis, we’ll need an insulin infusion, which can lower potassium levels
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Question 4 of 10
4. Question
Which of the following can cause hypokalemia? Select all that apply
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Although smoking cigarettes and cardiovascular disease can be detrimental to the patient, they are not a direct couse of hypokalemia
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Question 5 of 10
5. Question
Which of the following EKG changes suggest the patient has a low potassium level? Select all that apply
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Depressed ST segment, flat or inverted T waves, and a prominent U wave
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
You are the preceptor to the brand-new nurse named Debra on the unit. Debra is about to administer medications to the patient. You are monitoring her to make sure she is a safe nurse. Which of the following interventions Will you immediately stop Debra from doing?
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Potassium should never be given IV push. If potassium is drawn up using a syringe, that person is going to give a Bolus/push. Potassium should be given in a bag with a drip chamber over at least an hour. The patient with DKA Will get potassium supplements if they are not nauseated or vomiting
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Question 7 of 10
7. Question
You are about to administer 15 MEQ of oral potassium solution. Which of the following Best describes the appropriate intervention.
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Due to the bitter taste of potassium solutions it should be mixed with juice. This is the best way to get potassium solution
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Question 8 of 10
8. Question
You were taking care of a patient with DKA. The patient complaints of weakness and fatigue. The pulses also weak and ready. You expect witch findings
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Question 9 of 10
9. Question
Which of the following the Foods are high in potassium? Select all that apply
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Question 10 of 10
10. Question
Which of the following are important interventions to remember when giving potassium? Select all that apply
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Only give 10meq per hour at a time, do not give a IV push, mix with normal saline, Connect to the loop furthest away from the patient
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