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6 years ago
An elderly patient reports using Maalox frequently to treat acid reflux. The nurse should notify the patient's provider to request an order for which laboratory tests?
 
  a. Liver enzymes and serum calcium
  b. Liver enzymes and serum magnesium
  c. Renal function tests and serum calcium
  d. Renal function tests and serum magnesium
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6 years ago
ANS: D
Maalox contains magnesium and carries a risk of hypermagnesemia, especially with decreased renal function. Older patients have an increased risk of poor renal function, so this patient should especially be evaluated for hypermagnesemia.
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6 years ago
Face with Cold Sweat Can you answer the others that I've posted too?
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