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BCEN CEN Practice Question

A patient with chronic renal failure presents to the emergency department with symptoms of marked fatigue, confusion, and shortness of breath. The patient's current medications include calcium acetate, erythropoietin, and furosemide. Laboratory reports reveal hyperkalemia. What is the most appropriate initial management for this patient?

  • Oral administration of sodium polystyrene sulfonate

  • Start insulin and dextrose infusion

  • Give a bolus of intravenous fluids

  • Administer calcium gluconate

BCEN CEN
Medical Emergencies
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