A client has had blood drawn for determination of serum electrolyte levels.The nurse identifies which of the following as an abnormal value?

Name: A client has had blood drawn for determination of serum electrolyte levels.The nurse identifies which of the following as an abnormal value?
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The normal serum electrolyte ranges are sodium,135 to 145 mEq/L;potassium,3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L;calcium,8.5 to 10.5 mg/dL;bicarbonate,22 to 28 mEq/L.The serum sodium level is the only abnormal value.

A Client Has Had Blood Drawn for Determination of Serum