Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning alterations in serum magnesium?
A. Renal failure is the primary cause of hypermagnesemia
B. Hypomagnesemia may occur during prolonged periods of intravenous fluid replacement
C. Symptoms of hypomagnesemia may mimic symptoms of hypocalcemia
D. Intravenous administration of magnesium sulfate is usually the most efficient method of correction of magnesium deficiency
Answer:A
Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning alterations in serum magnesium?
A. Renal failure is the primary cause of hypermagnesemia B. Hypomagnesemia may occur during prolonged periods of intravenous fluid replacement C. Symptoms of hypomagnesemia may mimic symptoms of hypocalcemia D. Intravenous administration of magnesium sulfate is usually the most efficient method of correction of magnesium deficiency