Client is admitted following cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Client is alert and oriented. Heart rate regular. Respirations rapid and non-labored. Wheezing auscultated in upper lobes of the lungs. Client is receiving 2 U/min of oxygen via nasal cannula. Right upper and lower extremities flaccid with decreased muscle tone and strength.

Client sitting up in a chair for lunch. Client states they are right-handed and are having difficulty feeding themselves.

For which of the following interprofessional team members should the nurse anticipate a provider's referral?

Select all that apply.

Hypokalemia refers to low levels of potassium in the blood. Potassium is an essential electrolyte that plays a crucial role in nerve and muscle cell functioning. When potassium levels are low, it can lead to muscle weakness or even muscle cramps.

Hypertension (high blood pressure) is not commonly associated with hypokalemia. In fact, hypokalemia can sometimes cause low blood pressure (hypotension).

Hyperactive bowel sounds are more commonly associated with conditions such as diarrhea, gastroenteritis, or bowel obstruction. While diarrhea can contribute to electrolyte imbalances, it is not a specific manifestation of hypokalemia.

Cerebral edema refers to swelling in the brain and is not typically associated with hypokalemia. Hypokalemia is more likely to affect muscle and nerve function rather than cerebral edema.

To calculate the infusion rate in gtt/min, we need to know the total number of drops (gtt) needed

for the entire infusion and the time it takes to complete the infusion. Given:

• Ringer's lactate: 500 mL
• Infusion time: 3 hours

• Drop factor: 20 gtt/mL

First, let's calculate the total number of drops needed for the entire infusion: Total drops = Volume (mL) × Drop factor (gtt/mL)

Total drops = 500 mL × 20 gtt/mL Total drops = 10,000 gtt

Next, we need to determine the infusion rate in gtt/min. Since the infusion time is given in hours, we need to convert it to minutes:

Infusion time (min) = Infusion time (hours) × 60 min/hour Infusion time (min) = 3 hours × 60 min/hour

Infusion time (min) = 180 min

Now, we can calculate the infusion rate in gtt/min:

Infusion rate (gtt/min) = Total drops / Infusion time (min) Infusion rate (gtt/min) = 10,000 gtt / 180 min

Infusion rate (gtt/min) ≈ 55.6 gtt/min (Rounded off- 56 gtt/min)