A nurse assesses a client who potentially has hyperaldosteronism.Which serum laboratory values should the nurse associate with this disorder? (Select all that apply.)

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Aldosterone increases reabsorption of sodium and excretion of potassium.Hyperaldosteronism causes hypernatremia,hypokalemia,and metabolic alkalosis.Hyponatremia,hyperkalemia,and acidosis are manifestations of adrenal insufficiency.

A Nurse Assesses a Client Who Potentially Has Hyperaldosteronism