The physician has ordered hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) for the client in chronic renal failure. The nurse suspects the client is experiencing an ineffective response to the medication. Which assessment is a priority for this client?
A) auscultating breath sounds for wheezes
B) assessing the skin for moisture and turgor
C) reviewing the lab work for hypokalemia and hyponatremia
D) assessing the vital signs for hypertension
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