The nurse is caring for a client who is lethargic with decre…
The nurse is caring for a client who is lethargic with decreased deep tendon reflexes, shallow respirations, prolonged PR interval and widened QRS complexes on the ECG, and a magnesium level of 4.5 mg/dL. The nurse should anticipate which of the following orders for this client? Potassium: 3.5 mEq/L – 5.0 mEq/L Sodium: 135 mEq/L – 145 mEq/L Calcium: 8.5 mg/dL – 10.5 mg/dL Magnesium: 1.6 mEq/L – 2.2 mEq/L