A Patient Is Found to Have an Increased Anion Gap

question 225

Multiple Choice

A patient is found to have an increased anion gap of 20 mmol/L.This finding is consistent with which of the following conditions? Select all that apply.

• A)Severe dehydration
• B)Chronic vomiting
• C)Ketoacidosis
• D)Hypergammaglobulinemia
• E)Salicylate poisoning

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