A serum potassium level of 3.2 mEq/L (3.2 mmol/L)is reported for a patient with cirrhosis who has scheduled doses of spironolactone (Aldactone)and furosemide (Lasix)due. Which action should the nurse take?

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Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic and will help increase the patient's potassium level. The nurse does not need to talk with the doctor before giving the spironolactone,although the health care provider should be notified about the low potassium value. The furosemide will further decrease the patient's potassium level and should be held until the nurse talks with the health care provider.

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