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A nurse is caring for a client who is taking lithium and reports starting a new exercise program. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following electrolyte imbalances?

Hypomagnesemia

Hypokalemia

Hypocalcemia

Hyponatremia

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale:

Starting a new exercise program is not directly associated with the development of hypomagnesemia.

Choice B rationale:

Starting a new exercise program is not directly associated with the development of hypokalemia.

Choice C rationale:

Starting a new exercise program is not directly associated with the development of hypocalcemia.

Choice D rationale:

Excessive sweating during exercise, especially in hot conditions, can lead to loss of sodium through sweat, potentially resulting in hyponatremia. Lithium can also increase the risk of hyponatremia.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Naloxone is an opioid antagonist and does not increase pain relief.

Choice B rationale:

Naloxone is used to reverse opioid overdose, and an increased respiratory rate is a therapeutic effect, as it helps to counteract the respiratory depression caused by opioids.

Choice C rationale:

Decreased blood pressure is not a therapeutic effect of naloxone.

Choice D rationale:

Naloxone is not used to treat nausea directly.

A. Hot flashes B. Constipation C. Urinary frequency D. Tinnitus

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Hot flashes are a common adverse effect of tamoxifen, which is often used to treat hormone receptor-positive breast cancer.

Choice B rationale:

Constipation is not typically associated with tamoxifen.

Choice C rationale:

Urinary frequency is not typically associated with tamoxifen.

Choice D rationale:

Tinnitus is not a common adverse effect of tamoxifen.

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