The major electrolyte disturbances that result from diuresis are
A) low calcium and high phosphorus levels.
B) low potassium and low sodium levels.
C) high sodium and low phosphorus levels.
D) low calcium and low potassium levels.

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Serum sodium may be low as a result of the movement of water from the intracellular space into the extracellular (vascular)space.The serum potassium level is often normal; a low serum potassium level in diabetic ketoacidosis suggests that a significant potassium deficiency may be present.

The Major Electrolyte Disturbances That Result from Diuresis Are