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For the following disorders, select the serum concentrations (mEq/L) of sodium (Na+) and potassium (K+) with which it is most likely to be associated in a dehydrated patient.A 1-year-old girl has had since about 3 months of age repeated episodes of hypoglycemic seizures and bouts of lactacidosis. She has a protuberant abdomen due to her massive hepatomegaly, a doll-like facies, thin extremities, and is short for her age. Upon drawing her blood, you are struck by the “milky” appearance.

ANa+ 118, K+ 7.5
BNa+ 125, K+ 3.0
CNa+ 134, K+ 6.0
DNa+ 144, K+ 2.9
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