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Pediatrics Disorders of Sodium and Potassium f6cdf47a

The clinical consequences of hypokalemia in skeletal muscle include muscle weakness and cramps. What is the level of Serum Potassium at which Paralysis Is a possible complication of hypokalemia?

A
Serum Potassium at 2.0 mEq/L
B
Serum Potassium at 2.5 mEq/L
C
Serum Potassium at 3.0 mEq/L
D
Serum Potassium at 3.5 mEq/L
High-Yield Explanation
Paralysis occurs when potassium levels are <2.5 mEq/L. It usually stas in legs and moves to arms

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