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shofmannx20

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on: Jul 16, 2018
What is a common cause for pulmonary edema due to increased hydrostatic pressure?
 
  a. Alveolar-capillary damage
  b. Chronic liver disease
  c. Failing left ventricle
  d. Failing right ventricle

Question 2

What is a normal range for serum sodium?
 
  a. 3.5 to 4.8 mEq/L
  b. 67.0 to 75.0 mEq/L
  c. 98.0 to 105.0 mEq/L
  d. 136.0 to 145.0 mEq/L


owenfalvey

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
In the lungs, edema caused by increased hydrostatic pressure often is a result of back pressure from a failing left ventricle.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The normal serum concentration of sodium ranges from 136 to 145 mEq/L.


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