A Patient with Normal Renal Function Has a Potassium Level

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient with normal renal function has a potassium level of 6.0 mEq/L. Which underlying cause is possible in this patient?

• A) Adrenocortical deficiency
• B) Alcoholism
• C) Hypertension
• D) Malabsorption syndrome

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