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clmills979

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on: Jun 26, 2018
A high acidity in urine can signify:
 
  A) starvation.
  B) hepatic disease.
  C) fever or dehydration.
  D) CHF.

Question 2

A calcium blood test is used to determine the level of CK, which is increased in necrosis or atrophy of skeletal muscle.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


ebe

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Reply #1 on: Jun 26, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) Urine that is positive for ketones may indicate starvation.
B) A higher than normal specific gravity may indicate hepatic disease.
C) Correct. A fever or dehydration will cause the pH to be more acidic.
D) Urine that is positive for bilirubin may indicate CHF.

Answer to Question 2

FALSE
Explanation: Calcium is essential for muscular contraction, nerve transmission, and blood clotting.


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