Fluid & Electrolyte Imbalances NCLEX Practice Questions
360 questions
The nurse is assessing a client with hypomagnesemia. Which finding would the nurse expect?Which electrolyte imbalance is often associated with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?The nurse is caring for a client with hyponatremia. Which assessment finding should the nurse anticipate?Which electrolyte imbalance commonly occurs in patients with severe alcohol use disorder?Which condition may result from prolonged use of phosphate-containing enemas?Which of the following conditions is commonly associated with hypomagnesemia?Which of the following interventions is appropriate for a patient experiencing muscle weakness due to hypokalemia?Which of the following electrolyte disorders is characterized by high levels of potassium in the blood?The nurse is assessing a patient with suspected hypermagnesemia. Which clinical manifestation should the nurse expect to find?The nurse is caring for a client with hypokalemia. Which assessment finding requires immediate intervention?A client is diagnosed with hyperchloremia. The nurse understands that this electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with which condition?Which electrolyte imbalance can result from the administration of intravenous 3% saline solution?Which assessment finding should the nurse expect in a client with hypokalemia?A client with hypokalemia should be monitored for:Which intervention is appropriate for a client with severe hypermagnesemia?A client diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism is admitted to the hospital. Which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize?What is the primary source of dietary calcium?Which condition is commonly associated with hypochloremia?Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for a patient experiencing muscle weakness due to hypomagnesemia?A client presents with signs and symptoms of hypochloremia. The nurse knows to assess the client's medical history for which…The nurse is caring for a client with hyperkalemia. Which intervention is the priority?A client with hypoparathyroidism is at risk for hypocalcemia. Which intervention should the nurse prioritize for this client?Which of the following is a common symptom of hypochloremia?In a patient with hypochloremia, which body system should the nurse assess for potential complications?What effect does calcitonin have on calcium levels in the blood?A patient presents with signs of confusion, muscle twitching, and cardiac arrhythmias. The nurse suspects hyponatremia. Which intervention should the…A client is diagnosed with hyperchloremia. Which dietary instruction should the nurse provide to help manage this electrolyte imbalance?Which of the following is a major function of calcium in the body?A patient with hyperphosphatemia is prescribed calcium acetate. The nurse understands that this medication works by:Which of the following conditions increases the risk of developing hypokalemia?Which electrolyte imbalance is associated with increased risk of fractures and bone pain?The nurse is assessing a client with hypermagnesemia. Which finding would the nurse expect?Which medication is commonly associated with the development of hypernatremia?A client with hyponatremia is at risk for developing:A patient with hypokalemia is prescribed oral potassium supplements. The nurse should instruct the patient to take the medication with…Which assessment finding is characteristic of hypernatremia?A client is admitted with signs of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. Upon assessment, the nurse notes increased thirst, dry mucous…Which intervention is essential for preventing hypocalcemia in a patient who has undergone thyroidectomy?A client is prescribed furosemide (Lasix), a loop diuretic. Which electrolyte imbalance is the client at risk for as a…Which condition is commonly associated with hyperphosphatemia?The nurse is assessing a client with hypocalcemia. Which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize as potentially indicating severe hypocalcemia?What is the primary symptom of severe hyperphosphatemia?A client is admitted with dehydration. The nurse understands that hypochloremia may occur secondary to which condition?Which medication is commonly used to treat hypercalcemia by inhibiting bone resorption?A client is receiving intravenous potassium supplementation. Which action is essential for the nurse to take?The nurse should monitor a client with hypomagnesemia for which of the following signs or symptoms?Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with the administration of loop diuretics?Which condition is characterized by an imbalance in both sodium and water levels, leading to dilutional hyponatremia?A client with hypocalcemia is prescribed calcium supplements. The nurse should teach the client about potential adverse effects of calcium…A patient with chronic alcoholism is at risk for developing hypomagnesemia due to which of the following reasons?