Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client taking prescribed captopril. Which abnormal laboratory value should the nurse prioritize when notifying the healthcare provider?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Hyperkalemia (potassium 5.2 mEq/L, B) is a priority with captopril, an ACE inhibitor, as it can cause life-threatening arrhythmias. Creatinine (A) and phosphorus (C) are slightly elevated but less urgent. Glucose (D) is elevated but not critical in this context.