In reviewing the results of the client's blood work,the nurse recognizes that the unexpected value that should be reported to the health care provider is:
A) Calcium 3.9 mEq/L
B) Sodium 140 mEq/L
C) Potassium 3.5 mEq/L
D) Magnesium 2.1 mEq/L

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A calcium level of 3.9 mEq/L should be reported to the health care provider.A normal calcium level is 4.5 to 5.5 mEq/L.A sodium level of 140 mEq/L is within the normal range of 135 to 145 mEq/L.A potassium level of 3.5 mEq/L is within the normal range of 3.5 to 5.0 mEq/L.A magnesium level of 2.1 mEq/L is within the normal range of 1.5 to 2.5 mEq/L.

In Reviewing the Results of the Client's Blood Work,the Nurse