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The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of hyperemesis gravidarum. Which laboratory finding is most likely to be present?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Hyperemesis gravidarum causes prolonged vomiting leading to metabolic alkalosis (loss of stomach acid) hyponatremia (electrolyte loss) and hypokalemia (potassium loss). All are likely findings in severe cases.