Which of the following is associated with acute cardiac muscle weakness and potential cardio-pulmonary failure?

a. Hyperkalemia
b. Hypophosphatemia
c. Hypernatremia
d. Low folic acid levels


ANS: B
Severe hypophosphatemia can result in decreased muscle strength and contractility and acute cardiopulmonary failure.

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