Water balance and electrolyte balance are interdependent because
A. both form ions in blood.
B. water and electrolytes are both in an ionic state in the blood.
C. water dissolves in electrolytes.
D. electrolytes are dissolved in water.
Answer: D
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A) fingers B) thumb C) great toe D) calf
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a. theophylline b. aminophylline c. butorphanol d. guaifenesin
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