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For a client in addisonian crisis, it would be very risky for a nurse to administer()

A. potassium chloride.

B. normal saline solution.

C. hydrocortisone.

D. fludrocortisone.

答案

参考答案:A

解析:

Addisonian crisis results in hyperkalemia; therefore, administering potassium chloride is contraindicated. Because the client will be hyponatremic, normal saline solution is indicated. Hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone are both useful in replacing deficient adrenal cortex hormones.

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