Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who has a potassium level of 3.0 mEq/L. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a potential causative factor?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Gastric suction removes potassium-containing fluids, causing hypokalemia by reducing serum potassium levels.