Author Question: Which of the following is a sign of hypokalemia? 1. Constipation 2. Hypertension 3. Muscle ... (Read 17 times)

lbcchick · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which of the following is a sign of hypokalemia?

1. Constipation
2. Hypertension
3. Muscle weakness
4. Weight gain

Question 2

Hyponatremia is marked by a serum sodium level less than

1. 137 mEq/mL.
2. 140 mEq/mL.
3. 135 mEq/mL.
4. 145 mEq/mL.

Sweetkitty24130 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Diarrhea, not constipation, will occur.
Rationale 2: Hypertension is usually not a sign of hypokalemia.
Rationale 3: Muscle weakness can occur, since muscle fibers are very sensitive to changes in potassium.
Rationale 4: Weight gain is usually not a sign of hypokalemia.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: 137 is normal.
Rationale 2: 140 is normal.
Rationale 3: 135 indicates a hyponatremia state.
Rationale 4: Normal serum sodium range is 135145 mEq/L.