medium · NCLEX-RN Physiological Adaptation
During a vaso-occlusive crisis, the nurse notes the client's K+ is 5.6 mEq/L.
What is the most likely cause of this lab abnormality in this specific client?
- Side effect of routine opioid pain medication, for this client.
- Excessive intake of potassium-rich foods
- Lysis of red blood cells releasing intracellular potassium
- Improved renal function clearing waste too slowly.
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