Which of the Following Lab Values Is Indicative of Hypokalemia

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following lab values is indicative of hypokalemia?

• A)Serum potassium of 3.25 mEq/L
• B)Serum potassium of 5.45 mEq/L
• C)Serum sodium of 125 mEq/L
• D)Serum sodium of 155 mEq/L

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Definitions:

Epi-

Refers to being above, over, or on top of something, often used as a prefix in medical and biological terms to denote a higher position or an outer layer.

Tachy-

A prefix meaning "fast" or "swift," used in medical terminology to denote an abnormally rapid state, such as in "tachycardia" for rapid heartbeat.

Pan-

A prefix meaning "all" or "every," indicating inclusiveness or a wide scope in various fields.

Myocarditis

Inflammation of the heart muscle, often due to viral infections, leading to heart dysfunction.