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Ati RN Pharmacology 2019 - Exam 3
Ati RN Pharmacology 2019 - Exam 3 ( 60 Questions)
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 involves a deficiency of magnesium, and it's not directly related to starting an exercise program while taking lithium.
Hypokalemia involves low levels of potassium, which might not be directly influenced by the client's exercise program.
Hypocalcemia involves low levels of calcium, and exercise is not a primary factor affecting calcium balance.
Hyponatremia involves low levels of sodium in the blood. Starting a new exercise program while taking lithium can lead to increased sweating, potentially causing a loss of sodium. Lithium itself can also impact sodium levels. Monitoring for hyponatremia is important due to its potential impact on lithium toxicity.
Choice A rationale:
Hypomagnesemia involves a deficiency of magnesium, and it's not directly related to starting an exercise program while taking lithium.
Choice B rationale:
Hypokalemia involves low levels of potassium, which might not be directly influenced by the client's exercise program.
Choice C rationale:
Hypocalcemia involves low levels of calcium, and exercise is not a primary factor affecting calcium balance.
Choice D rationale:
Hyponatremia involves low levels of sodium in the blood. Starting a new exercise program while taking lithium can lead to increased sweating, potentially causing a loss of sodium. Lithium itself can also impact sodium levels. Monitoring for hyponatremia is important due to its potential impact on lithium toxicity.