A paramedic is treating a patient who complains of malaise and skeletal muscle weakness. Pulses are weak, and the cardiac rhythm is abnormal. The patient has been taking diuretics and laxatives to lose weight. The paramedic suspects:
a. Hyperkalemia
b. Hypernatremia
c. Hypokalemia
d. Hyponatremia
Answer: c. Hypokalemia
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