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dr_jojo
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4………………….A 6-year-old boy with cystic fibrosis is
brought to the
physician by his mother because his skin has been cool
and clammy for 30
minutes. Earlier in the day, he had been playing
outdoors, and the
temperature was 99 F. When returning indoors, he was
thirsty and restless. His
blood pressure is 70/40 mm Hg, and pulse is 120/min.
Examination shows
dry mucous membranes. Serum sodium level is 128
mEq/L, and serum
chloride level is 87 mEq/L. Which of the following is
the most likely
explanation for these findings?
A
) Excessive Sweat "Electrolyte " level
B
) Excessive sweat volume
C
) Excessive urinary output
D
) Excessive vasopressor secretion
E
) Inadequate sweat production
Edited by dr_jojo on 03/19/07 - 04:21 PM
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| Aashi
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A) Excessive sweat electrolyte level
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| robin082006
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A) Excessive sweat electrolyte level
this has been discussed
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| dr_jojo
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Thanx Aashi & Robin
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