Mr. Leach has an NG tube and is complaining of muscle weaknessand leg cramps. Pt has PVCs noted on the cardiac monitor. Labresults show sodium of 142, potassium of 2.9, chloride 101,magnesium 1.9, calcium 9.3. The physician has taken the patient offhis present thiazide diuretic and placed him on spironolactone.
Discuss how the healthcare team will minimize the potential foradverse effects.
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