The client states his serum magnesium level is finally normal. The nurse identifies the client's normal value range as:
a. 1.2 to 1.5 mEq/L c. 2.7 to 4.0 mEq/L
b. 1.5 to 2.5 mEq/L d. 4.1 to 6.0 mEq/L
B
Normal range of serum magnesium is 1.5 to 2.5 mEq/L.
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