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Hypocalcemia will result in which of the following signs and symptoms neuromuscular
excitability and spasms, intestinal cramping, and tingling
What is the primary extracellular cation?
Sodium
Potassium
Calcium
Magnesium
Which ion is most abundant in the intracellular fluid?
Potassium
Sodium
Chloride
Calcium
What is the normal serum sodium range in mEq/L?
135-145
125-135
135-145
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,145-155
What electrolyte is essential for muscle contraction?
Calcium
Potassium
Magnesium
Chloride
Which electrolyte imbalance is characterized by muscle weakness, fatigue, and arrhythmias?
Hyperkalemia
Hypokalemia
Hyponatremia
Hypernatremia
What is the term for an abnormally high sodium concentration in the blood?
Hyponatremia
Hypokalemia
Hypernatremia
Hyperkalemia
What is the role of aldosterone in electrolyte balance?
It decreases potassium levels
It increases sodium reabsorption and potassium excretion
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, It decreases sodium levels
It increases calcium levels
What is the normal range of potassium in the blood?
3.5-5.0 mEq/L
5.0-6.5 mEq/L
1.5-2.5 mEq/L
6.0-7.5 mEq/L
What condition is caused by an excess of water relative to sodium?
Hyponatremia
Hypernatremia
Hypokalemia
Hyperkalemia
Which electrolyte imbalance can lead to tetany?
Hyperkalemia
Hypokalemia
Hypocalcemia
Hypercalcemia
What electrolyte is involved in the regulation of acid-base balance in the body?
Magnesium
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