Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
A client with an ileus is placed on intestinal tube suction. Which of the following electrolytes is lost with intestinal suction?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Duodenal intestinal fluid is rich in K+, Na+, and bicarbonate. Suctioning to remove excess fluids decreases the client's K+ and Na+ levels.