Which of the following laboratory observations would be seen in an Addisonian crisis?
1)hypokalemia
2)hyponatremia
3)hemoconcentration
4)increased urea levels

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Some patients may be seen with an acute, life-threatening disease that is termed an Addisonian crisis after stress caused by illness, surgery, or trauma.An Addisonian crisis is due to an acute deficiency of both mineralocorticoids and glucocorticoids and can rapidly evolve into circulatory shock.Hyperkalemia and hyponatremia are common lab findings along with hemoconcentration and elevated urea levels due to fluid loss.

Which of the Following Laboratory Observations Would Be Seen in an Addisonian