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wrbasek0

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Mrs. Bert is being evaluated for osteoporosis. Which laboratory finding would you anticipate?
 
  a. Decreased white blood cell count
  b. Increased alanine aminotransferase
  c. Increased calcium
  d. Increased alkaline phosphatase

Question 2

Signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia include
 
  a. Elevated blood pressure
  b. Irregular heart beat
  c. Decreased urinary output
  d. Increased pedal edema


shailee

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

D
Alkaline phosphatase levels may increase secondary to osteoporosis.

Answer to Question 2

B
Potassium is the ion that regulates muscle activity by maintaining electrical conduction within cardiac muscle. The heart is the most important muscle of the body. If potassium levels are elevated, this could cause muscle irritability, creating an irregular heartbeat. Responses A, C, and D are incorrect.


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