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anshika

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following would cause an abnormal loss of Na+ (hyponatremia)? 1. Ascites 2. Excessive sweating or fever 3. Use of certain diuretics 4. Steroid therapy
 
  a. 1 and 4 only
  b. 1, 2, and 4 only
  c. 1, 2, and 3 only
  d. 1, 2, 3, and 4

Question 2

What is the most prominent anion in the body?
 
  a. Chloride
  b. Bicarbonate
  c. Phosphate
  d. Sulfate


rnehls

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

ANS: C
Abnormal losses of sodium can lead to hyponatremia and may occur for a number of reasons, as shown in Table 13-5.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Chloride is the most prominent anion in the body.


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