Patient is taking captopril (Capoten) and spironolactone (Aldactone). Which is the most important to monitor?
A. Calcium level
B. Sodium level
C. Potassium level
D. Blood urea nitrogen level
A is incorrect.
It is not as life threatening as having high potassium levels.
B is incorrect.
It is not as life threatening as having high potassium levels.
C is correct.
Hyperkalemia is an adverse effect when taking captopril and spironolactone.
D is incorrect.
It is not as life threatening as having high potassium levels.
