Question

the nurse is preparing to care for a client with a potassium deficit. the nurse reviews the clients record and determines that the client is at risk for developing the potassium deficit because of which situation?
answer options
1 sustained tissue damage
2 requires nasogastric suction
3 has a history of addisons disease
4 uric acid level of 9.4 mg/dl (559 mmol/l)

Explanation:

Nasogastric suction can lead to potassium loss. Sustained tissue damage causes potassium release. Addison's disease leads to hyperkalemia. Uric acid level is related to gout, not potassium deficit.

Answer:

1. Requires nasogastric suction