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A nurse is reviewing the laboratory test results of a client who is receiving diuretic therapy. The nurse determines that the client is at risk for electrolyte imbalance based on which results? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Potassium 4.5 mEq/L
  B) Sodium 139 mEq/L
  C) Magnesium 2.0 mEq/L
  D) Sodium 124 mEq/L
  E) Potassium 2.9 mEq/L
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Ans: D, E
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Sodium levels below 132 mEq/L, such as 124 mEq/L, or above 145 mEq/L would indicate an imbalance. Potassium imbalances would occur with levels below 3.0 mEq/L, such as 2.9 mEq/L, or above 5 mEq/L. A magnesium level of 2.0 mEq/L is within the normal range of 1.5 to 2.5 mEq/L.
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