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Hyponatraemia is the most common electrolyte imbalance seen in hospitalised patients. Its symptoms are unspecific and include dizziness, nausea and often falls.
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a
Hyponatraemia
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Hypomagnesaemia is not the most common electrolyte imbalance seen in hospitalised patients. It is frequently seen alongside other electrolyte disorders and is associated with prolonged length of stay in hospital.
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e
Hypomagnesaemia
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Hypocalcaemia is not the most common electrolyte imbalance seen in hospitalised patients. It is more common in the intensive care unit. Depending on population demographics, a common cause can be vitamin D deficiency.
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c
Hypocalcaemia
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Hypercalcaemia, whilst common, is not the most common electrolyte imbalance seen in hospitalised patients. Malignancy is the most common aetiology.
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Hypercalcaemia
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Hypernatraemia in hospitalised patients is not the most common electrolyte imbalance seen. It is often iatrogenic and caused by increased water loss, restricted water intake, or excessive IV fluid replacement.
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b
Hypernatraemia
Concept
Chapter
2693
4014
Hyponatraemia
Topic
170
Clinical Chemistry
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Which of the following is the most common electrolyte imbalance seen in hospitalised patients?
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