Common findings in tumor lysis syndrome (TLS)include
A) increased calcium.
B) decreased potassium.
C) dysrhythmias.
D) elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatine.
E) edema.

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Common findings in TLS are as follows.Clinical: Weight gain, edema, diarrhea, lethargy, muscle cramps, nausea and vomiting, paresthesia, weakness, oliguria, uremia, seizures.Laboratory: Increased potassium, phosphorus, uric acid, BUN, and creatine; decreased calcium, creatinine clearance, pH, bicarbonate, and PaCO₂.Diagnostic: Positive Chvostek and Trousseau signs, hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, dysrhythmias, and ECG changes.

Common Findings in Tumor Lysis Syndrome (TLS)include