Mr.Abraham is in the emergency room in renal failure.His potassium is 6.0 mmol/L.Which of the following nursing interventions is a priority?

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With a potassium level of 6.0 mmol/L, the patient is at risk for cardiac arrhythmias and monitoring the heart rhythm on an ECG is a priority to detect any changes. While preparations for renal dialysis and measuring/straining urine are important interventions for renal failure, they are not the priority in this situation. Encouraging foods rich in potassium is contraindicated as the patient's potassium level is already high.

MrAbraham Is in the Emergency Room in Renal Failure