Which patient should the nurse assess for both hyperkalemia and metabolic acidosis? A patient diagnosed with:
A) diabetes insipidus.
B) pulmonary disorders.
C) Cushing syndrome.
D) renal failure.

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Renal failure can lead to both hyperkalemia and metabolic acidosis due to the kidneys' inability to excrete potassium and hydrogen ions effectively.

Which Patient Should the Nurse Assess for Both Hyperkalemia and Metabolic