All of the Following Factors Are Consistent with Hypokalemia except

question 73

Multiple Choice

All of the following factors are consistent with hypokalemia except

• A)decreased aldosterone secretion.
• B)overuse of diuretics.
• C)kidney failure.
• D)reduction in sodium reabsorption.
• E)a potassium level above 7 mEq/L.

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