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What is the most common ECG change associated with hypokalemia?
What is the most common ECG change associated with hypokalemia?
- U wave (correct)
- Flattened T waves
- ST segment depression
- Peaked T waves
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of hyperkalemia?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of hyperkalemia?
- Nausea and abdominal cramps
- Irritability
- Muscle weakness
- Increased urination (correct)
What is the recommended rate for IV potassium replacement in hypokalemia?
What is the recommended rate for IV potassium replacement in hypokalemia?
- 10-20 mEq/hr (correct)
- 40-60 mEq/hr
- 1-2 mEq/hr
- 80-100 mEq/hr
Which of the following is a key step in managing IV potassium replacement?
Which of the following is a key step in managing IV potassium replacement?
What is the most common cause of hyperkalemia?
What is the most common cause of hyperkalemia?
What is the recommended course of action for severe hypermagnesemia?
What is the recommended course of action for severe hypermagnesemia?
Which condition is NOT listed as a common cause of hypermagnesemia?
Which condition is NOT listed as a common cause of hypermagnesemia?
What is the recommended antidote for magnesium sulfate overdosage?
What is the recommended antidote for magnesium sulfate overdosage?
In the case of hypermagnesemia, what symptom might be observed in patients?
In the case of hypermagnesemia, what symptom might be observed in patients?
What is the correct method to treat respiratory depression associated with hypermagnesemia?
What is the correct method to treat respiratory depression associated with hypermagnesemia?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended step when managing severe hypermagnesemia?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended step when managing severe hypermagnesemia?
Which condition is characterized by a sodium level below 115 mEq/L?
Which condition is characterized by a sodium level below 115 mEq/L?
What is the recommended treatment for severe/acute hyponatremia with sodium levels below 100 mEq/L?
What is the recommended treatment for severe/acute hyponatremia with sodium levels below 100 mEq/L?
Which of the following is a potential cause of hypernatremia?
Which of the following is a potential cause of hypernatremia?
Which of the following is a symptom of hypernatremia?
Which of the following is a symptom of hypernatremia?
What is the normal range for potassium levels in the body?
What is the normal range for potassium levels in the body?
Which of the following is a potential cause of hypokalemia (low potassium levels)?
Which of the following is a potential cause of hypokalemia (low potassium levels)?
What is the primary function of calcium in the body?
What is the primary function of calcium in the body?
What is the normal serum calcium level range?
What is the normal serum calcium level range?
Which of the following is a possible cause of hypocalcemia (low serum calcium levels)?
Which of the following is a possible cause of hypocalcemia (low serum calcium levels)?
Which medication is used as an emergency treatment for the cardiac effects of hypocalcemia?
Which medication is used as an emergency treatment for the cardiac effects of hypocalcemia?
What is a common symptom of hypocalcemia?
What is a common symptom of hypocalcemia?
Which of the following is a major cause of hypercalcemia (high serum calcium levels)?
Which of the following is a major cause of hypercalcemia (high serum calcium levels)?
What is the most common clinical manifestation of hypercalcemia?
What is the most common clinical manifestation of hypercalcemia?
What is the primary mechanism by which calcium accumulates in the extracellular fluid (ECF) during hypercalcemia?
What is the primary mechanism by which calcium accumulates in the extracellular fluid (ECF) during hypercalcemia?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of hypomagnesemia?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of hypomagnesemia?
What is the primary function of magnesium in the body?
What is the primary function of magnesium in the body?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of hypomagnesemia?
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of hypomagnesemia?
What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic hypercalcemia?
What is the recommended treatment for asymptomatic hypercalcemia?
