Your patient has been taking an excessive amount of antacids. Which electrolyte imbalance should you expect?
a. Calcium
b. Magnesium
c. Potassium
d. Sodium
Ans: b. Magnesium
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As the nervous system ages
A. size and weight of the brain increases. B. cutaneous sensation becomes more acute. C. reflexes become faster. D. blood pressure decreases. E. reflexes become slower.