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The client is admitted to the unit with a potassium level of $2.4 \mathrm{meq} / \mathrm{L}$. The client with a potassium level of $2.4 \mathrm{meq} / \mathrm{L}$ would exhibit symptoms of:
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Hypokalemia (low potassium, 2.4 meq/L) causes symptoms like U waves on ECG, muscle weakness, and cramps. Peaked T waves occur in hyperkalemia. Muscle rigidity is not typical, and rapid respirations are more associated with acid-base imbalances.