Question

severe hyperkalemia can require treatment (calcium salt, glucose and insulin, sodium bicarbonate, sodium polystyrene sulfonate, peritoneal dialysis, or hemodialysis).
a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving iv potassium. the nurse should monitor the client for which of the following manifestations as an indication of hyperkalemia?
a tachycardia
b dyspnea
c lethargy
d increased thirst

Explanation:

Hyperkalemia refers to high potassium levels in the blood. Lethargy is a common manifestation of hyperkalemia. Tachycardia is more associated with hypokalemia (low potassium). Dyspnea is not a typical direct sign of hyperkalemia. Increased thirst is related to issues like diabetes insipidus or hypernatremia (high sodium) rather than hyperkalemia.

Answer:

C. Lethargy