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michelleunicorn

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following values represents a normal serum potassium level?
 
  a. 137 to 147 mEq/L
  b. 98 to 105 mEq/L
  c. 7 to 20 mEq/L
  d. 3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L

Question 2

What term is used to describe a platelet count below normal?
 
  a. Anemia
  b. Leukopenia
  c. Thrombocytopenia
  d. Thrombocytosis


welcom1000

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The normal values for these electrolytes are listed in Table 17-3.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A significant reduction in the platelet count (known as thrombocytopenia) occurs with bone marrow diseases or with disseminated intravascular coagulation.


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