A healthcare provider notes that tapping the patient’s facial nerve leads to lip twitching. What electrolyte value is correlated with this finding?
a. K+: 2.8 mEq/L
b. K+: 5.4 mEq/L
c. Ca++: 8.2 mg/dL
d. Ca++: 12.9 mg/dL
Ans: c. Ca++: 8.2 mg/dL
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