Which of the following occurs with hypokalemia?
A. Cells are hyperpolarized.
B. The resting membrane potential is more positive.
C. Cells are more excitable.
D. There is more diffusion of potassium into the cells.
E. Cells are partially depolarized.
Answer: A
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