Cardiovascular Drugs and Medications Q 72

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A client is about to receive metolazone (Zaroxolyn). The nurse in charge understands which of the following laboratory results are related to the administration of the medication?

  

     A. Hyperkalemia and hypocalcemia

     B. Hyperkalemia and hypoglycemia

     C. Hypouricemia and hypoglycemia

     D. Hypokalemia and hyperglycemia

    

    

Correct Answer: D. Hypokalemia and hyperglycemia

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Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic that may put the client’s risk for hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, hypercalcemia, and hyperuricemia.

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