Multiple choice

What is the nurse closely assessing for in a patient with hypokalemia?

  1. Systemic edema

  2. Cardiac complications

  3. Hull

  4. Muscle cramping

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Hypokalemia (low potassium) significantly affects the electrical conduction system of the heart, putting patients at high risk for arrhythmias and other cardiac complications.