The nurse receives the patient's most recent blood work results.Which laboratory value is of greatest concern?
A) Sodium level of 145 mmol/L (145 mEq/L) .
B) Calcium level of 4.5 mmol/L (17.5 mg/dL) .
C) Potassium level of 3.5 mmol/L (3.5 mEq/L) .
D) Chloride level of 100 mmol/L (100 mEq/L) .
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