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A client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) reports using salt substitutes. For which reason will the nurse instruct the client to avoid this product?

The nurse is planning care for a client admitted with heart failure. Which type of kidney failure should the nurse expect the client is at an increased risk for experiencing?

A client with hyperthyroidism is scheduled for surgery in a few days. Which medication would the nurse expect to be ordered to prevent cardiovascular symptoms?

Family of a client with a potassium level of 5.9 mEq/L asks why insulin is being used as treatment. Which response should the nurse make?

An older adult with heart disease and dementia accidentally takes an excessive amount of one medication. Which medication places the patient at risk for metabolic acidosis?

Which chart finding most directly supports the nursing problem of excess fluid volume?

A patient says, “I feel fine, so my high blood pressure is not a problem.” Which response by the nurse is best?

An older client is having a yearly physical examination. Which statement would indicate to the nurse the client may be experiencing diabetes mellitus?

A patient has a newly abnormal ABG indicating acid-base imbalance. Which nursing actions are appropriate? Select all that apply.

Which electrolyte concern should the nurse consider when caring for a patient with metabolic acidosis?