1. A cirrhosis patient with ascites is being treated with
spironolactone (Aldactone) and furosemide (Lasix)
has a serum sodium level of 135 mEq/L (135 mmol/L)
and serum potassium 3.2 mEq/L (3.2 mmol/L). Before
notifying the health care provider, the nurse should