What term is used to describe a sodium concentration that is below normal in the blood serum?
a. Hypokalemia
b. Hyponatremia
c. Hypocalcemia
d. Hypochloremia
ANS: B
A low sodium level is referred to as hyponatremia, and it may occur with diuretic therapy, diar-rhea, or certain kidney problems.
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