Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client who has diarrheaA nurse is collecting data on a client who has diarrhea. Which of the following findings is a manifestation of hypokalemia?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Muscle weakness (A) occurs in hypokalemia due to impaired muscle function. B suggests hyperkalemia, C is unrelated, and D indicates diarrhea itself, not hypokalemia.