Question

which patient statement indicates the need for further education from the nurse regarding potassium supplmentation prescribed to treat hypokalemia

Answer 1

Answer:

"I will chew my tablets."

"I will include licorice in my diet."

The patient statements regarding chewing the tablets and including licorice in the diet require additional education. The tablets should be swallowed whole and the patient should avoid, not include, licorice in the diet. The patient statements regarding eating a banana each day (a source of potassium), taking the medication with water (a full glass is recommended), and notifying the healthcare provider if constipation occurs (a clinical manifestation associated with hypokalemia) indicate correct understanding.

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