A patient is diagnosed with an abnormal potassium level.Which complication should the nurse assess for in this patient?

Name: A patient is diagnosed with an abnormal potassium level.Which complication should the nurse assess for in this patient?
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A.Both hypokalemia and hyperkalemia can cause cardiac dysrhythmias and arrest.B.C.Fluid overload and internal bleeding are not associated with potassium abnormalities.D.Tetany is associated with hypocalcemia.

A Patient Is Diagnosed with an Abnormal Potassium Level