Before administering sodium polystyrene sulphonate (Kayexalate)to a patient with hyperkalemia,what should the nurse assess for?

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Before administering sodium polystyrene sulphonate (Kayexalate) to a patient with hyperkalemia, the nurse should assess the patient's bowel sounds as Kayexalate works by exchanging sodium ions for potassium ions in the intestines and can cause gastrointestinal adverse effects such as constipation, ileus, or bowel necrosis. The other options, BUN and creatinine, blood glucose level, and level of consciousness are not directly related to the administration of Kayexalate. However, assessing BUN and creatinine levels may be important in evaluating renal function, which can contribute to hyperkalemia. Blood glucose level and level of consciousness may be important assessments for other medical conditions but not necessarily for hyperkalemia or Kayexalate administration.

Before Administering Sodium Polystyrene Sulphonate (Kayexalate)to a Patient with Hyperkalemia,what