Exam NCLEX-RN Topic 2 Question 856 Discussion

Actual exam question for NCLEX's NCLEX-RN exam
Question #: 856
Topic #: 2
A client is experiencing muscle weakness and lethargy. His serum K+is 3.2. What other symptoms might he exhibit?

Suggested Answer: B Vote an answer

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Explanation:
(A) Tetany is seen with low calcium. (B) Low potassium causes dysrhythmias because potassium is responsible for cardiac muscle activity. (C) Numbness of extremities is seen with high potassium. (D) Headache is not associated with potassium excess or deficiency.

by Grace at Nov 06, 2026, 05:46 PM

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