Plasma sodium levels are high in a patient, but his plasma potassium levels are low. As an underlying cause of this condition, you might expect to find

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High plasma sodium and low plasma potassium levels suggest aldosterone excess, leading to sodium retention and potassium excretion. Increased plasma aldosterone levels would be expected in this scenario.

Plasma Sodium Levels Are High in a Patient, but His