The nurse is treating a patient suffering from an Addisonian crisis. The nurse should avoid the administration of:
Explanation
• Addisonian crisis causes severe hyperkalemia. Administration of potassium chloride is contraindicated
• Addisonian crisis, or adrenal crisis, is a medical emergency caused by severe adrenocortical insufficiency
• Addisonian crisis causes severe hypotension, hypoglycemia, hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, weakness, weight loss, and abdominal pain
• Treatment includes the administration of hydrocortisone, saline, and dextrose
• Vasopressors are not usually given, but can help maintain blood pressure