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sabina

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A common complaint of older adults with low serum calcium levels (hypocalcemia) is
 
  a. Excessive thirst
  b. Bone and joint aching
  c. Muscle cramping
  d. Constipation

Question 2

Hyperkalemia refers to
 
  a. Low sodium blood levels
  b. High sodium blood levels
  c. High potassium blood levels
  d. Low potassium blood levels


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Low serum calcium levels can cause muscle cramping. Responses A, B, and D are incorrect.

Answer to Question 2

C
High potassium levels are referred to as hyperkalemia. Responses A, B, and D are incorrect.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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