You would expect to see hypokalemia in which of the following conditions?
a. tissue necrosis c. rapid infusion of IV potassium
b. renal failure d. loss of gastric or intestinal fluids
D
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A Incorrect: You would not expect to see hypokalemia with tissue necrosis. Tissue necrosis is seen with hyperkalemia.
B Incorrect: You would not expect to see hypokalemia with renal failure. This is seen with hyperkalemia.
C Incorrect: You would not expect to see hypokalemia with rapid infusion of IV potassium. This is seen with hyperkalemia
D Correct: You would expect to see hypokalemia with a loss of gastric or intestinal fluids.
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