Case Study
Ati pharmacology assessment 1 proctored exam
A nurse is caring for a 45-year-old male client in the emergency department who presented with complaints of dizziness, palpitations, and weakness. The following exhibits provide the necessary information to answer the question. Exhibits The client is at risk for developing which condition? Complete the following sentence by selecting the correct options from the list below: The client is at risk for developing _____ due to _____.
Explanation & Rationale
The client is at risk for developing cardiac arrhythmia due to hypokalemia. Hypokalemia (low potassium levels) can lead to cardiac arrhythmias, which are irregular heartbeats. The client’s potassium level is 3.1 mEq/L, which is below the normal range (3.5-5.0 mEq/L). This, combined with his symptoms of dizziness, palpitations, and weakness, indicates a risk for developing cardiac arrhythmias.
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