A nurse is instructing the parents on signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia. Her instructions should include all of the following except:
1. Nausea.
2. Muscle weakness.
3. Tingling sensations.
4. A positive Chvostek's sign
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1. Nausea is a common symptom for hyperkalemia.
2. Muscle weakness is a common symptom for hyperkalemia.
3. Tingling sensations are a common symptom for hyperkalemia.
4. Demonstrated in patients with hypocalcaemia.
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