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A patient who is experiencing tumor lysis syndrome is most likely to have which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
a. Hypouricemia
b. Hypophosphatemia
c. Hypocalcemia
d. Hypokalemia
Answer
c. Hypocalcemia
Rationale:
Hypocalcemia is an expected finding with tumor lysis syndrome.
Reference:
Kaplan, M. (Ed.). (2018). Understanding and managing oncologic emergencies: A resource for nurses (3rd ed.). Pittsburgh, PA: Oncology Nursing Society, p. 621.