The Following Data Represent Four Consecutive Serum Electrolyte Patterns Obtained

question 9

Multiple Choice

The following data represent four consecutive serum electrolyte patterns obtained from a multichannel analyzer.What should inspection of these data (in mEq/L) suggest?

• A)The anion gap suggests that systematic error exists.
• B)A high anion gap for patient 2 is seen because of a low chloride level.
• C)Data show no reason for concern; results should be reported.
• D)Data indicate significant variation; results should not be reported until results are verified.

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