A 24-year-old patient who uses a diuretic for blood pressure control is scheduled for abdominal surgery. Which patient information should be communicated to the health care provider prior to surgery?

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The low potassium level may increase the risk for intraoperative complications such as dysrhythmias. The elevated blood pressure and pulse are not unusual before surgery because of patient anxiety. The hematocrit is in the low normal range but does not require any intervention before surgery.

A 24-Year-Old Patient Who Uses a Diuretic for Blood Pressure