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A patient receiving iso-osmolar continuous tube feedings develops restlessness, agitation, and weakness. The laboratory data that will be of most concern to the nurse is
a.   K+ 3.4 mEq/L (3.4 mmol/L).
b.   Ca+2 7.8 mg/dl (1.95 mmol/L).
c.   Na+ 154 mEq/L (154 mmol/L).
d.   HPO4- 3 4.8 mg/dl (1.55 mmol/L).
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The elevated serum sodium level is consistent with the patient’s neurologic symptoms and indicates a need for immediate action to prevent further serious complications such as seizures. The potassium and calcium levels vary slightly from the normal but do not require any immediate action by the nurse. The phosphate level is within the normal parameters.
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