Parameters that require monitoring in a patient who is admitted to the emergency department include?

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1    urinary flow

2    blood gases

3    plasma-potassium concentration

 

A    1, 2, 3

B    1, 2 only

C    2, 3 only

D    1 only

E    3 only

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  1. C is the answer and the winner is Clement.
    Details Below:
    As soon as patient is hospitalised, peak expiratory flow rate, blood gases and
    serum electrolytes should be measured. These parameters should be continu-
    ously monitored to assess improvement in the condition. Blood gases are
    required to assess hypoxia (PaO2 <8 kPa) and to evaluate arterial carbon
    dioxide. During hypoxia, the risk of hypokalaemia is increased and this risk
    is increased with the administration of salbutamol, which increases cellular
    potassium uptake.

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