An Increase in the Resting Membrane Potential (Hyperpolarized)is Associated with

question 39

Multiple Choice

An increase in the resting membrane potential (hyperpolarized) is associated with

• A) hypokalemia.
• B) hyperkalemia.
• C) hypocalcemia.
• D) hypercalcemia.

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