Decreased neuromuscular excitability can be seen in which two electrolyte disorders?
A) Hypercalcemia and hypermagnesemia.
B) Hyponatremia and hyperkalemia.
C) Hypocalcemia and hypokalemia.
D) Hypernatremia and hypomagnesemia.
Answer: A) Hypercalcemia and hypermagnesemia.
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