Which of the following laboratory results places the patient at the greatest risk for dysrhythmias?
a. Na+ 148 mEq/L
b. Ca++ 8.9 mg/dL
c. K+ 6.6 mEq/L
d. Na+ 133 mEq/L
Ans: c. K+ 6.6 mEq/L
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