A patient is admitted with nausea,vomiting,diarrhea,and abdominal pain. The patient appears emaciated and complains of feeling weak. The nurse notes a heart rate of 98 beats per minute and a blood pressure of 88/54 mm Hg. The nurse reviews the chart and notes an increased serum potassium level and a decreased serum sodium level. The nurse expects the provider to order which medication initially?
A) Cosyntropin [Cortrosyn]
B) Dexamethasone
C) Fludrocortisone [Florinef]
D) Hydrocortisone

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The Answer is A

A Patient Is Admitted with Nausea,vomiting,diarrhea,and Abdominal Pain