When Checking Laboratory Values for Electrolyte Levels, the Normal Range

question 30

Multiple Choice

When checking laboratory values for electrolyte levels, the normal range for serum sodium should be between:

• A) 3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L.
• B) 7 to 35 mEq/L.
• C) 98 to 106 mEq/L.
• D) 136 to 145 mEq/L.
• E) 158 to 178 mEq/L.

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