A patient in the ICU is receiving continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for acute kidney injury. The nurse monitors the patient for potential electrolyte imbalances, including: a) Hyperkalemia and metabolic acidosis b) Hypokalemia and respiratory alkalosis c) Hyponatremia and fluid overload d) Hypernatremia and metabolic alkalosis

A patient in the ICU is receiving continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for acute kidney injury. The nurse monitors the patient for potential electrolyte imbalances, including: a) Hyperkalemia and metabolic acidosis b) Hypokalemia and respiratory alkalosis c) Hyponatremia and fluid overload d) Hypernatremia and metabolic alkalosis

Medical Terminology for Health Professions, Spiral bound Version (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781305634350

Author:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

Publisher:Ann Ehrlich, Carol L. Schroeder, Laura Ehrlich, Katrina A. Schroeder

ChapterCom: Comprehensive Medical Terminology Review

Section: Chapter Questions

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