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Hyponatremia is defined as a serum Na+ level ____________________?

Correct answer: A. < 135 mmol/L

  • A. < 135 mmol/L
  • B. >135 mmol/L
  • C. < 160 mmo/L
  • D. < 100 mmo/L

Explanation

Hyponatremia means a serum sodium concentration below 135 mmol/L. Values above this threshold are not hyponatremic, while below 100 mmol/L represents severe hyponatremia.

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