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What conditions could cause a potassium deficiency, and what conditions could cause an excess potassium level?

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With what nutrient is milk fortified?
 A) vitamin A
  B) vitamin B12
  C) vitamin D
  D) calcium


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Reply #1 on: Aug 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Diarrhea, vomiting, diabetic acidosis, severe malnutrition, and excess use of laxatives or diuretics result in potassium deficiency. Hyperkalemia can be caused by dehydration, renal failure, or excess intake.

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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