A Nurse Observes That a Patient's Potassium Level Is 5

Multiple Choice

A nurse observes that a patient's potassium level is 5.5 mEq/L.In response to this potassium level, the nurse's first action should be to:

A) Assess the patient's apical heart rate and cardiac rhythm.
B) Instruct the patient to increase intake of foods containing potassium.
C) Monitor patient for polyuria, polydipsia, and polyphagia.
D) Notify the requesting health-care provider.