Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 65%
Simulated
A charge nurse is providing an in-service to a group of nurses about hypomagnesemia. Which of the following should the charge nurse include as risk factors for this condition? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,B,D,E
Rationale
A: Gastric bypass surgery can lead to decreased absorption of nutrients, including magnesium. B: Renal failure can impair magnesium regulation. D: ICU patients are at risk due to critical illness and medications. E: Hemodialysis can cause magnesium loss.