Electrolyte Mcqs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: July 27, 2024

  1. Which electrolyte is most abundant in the extracellular fluid?
    a) Potassium
    b) Sodium
    c) Calcium
    d) MagnesiumAnswer: b) Sodium
  2. What is the primary function of potassium in the body?
    a) Regulating blood pressure
    b) Facilitating muscle contraction and nerve function
    c) Promoting bone health
    d) Maintaining fluid balanceAnswer: b) Facilitating muscle contraction and nerve function
  3. Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with prolonged diarrhea or vomiting?
    a) Hypercalcemia
    b) Hypokalemia
    c) Hypernatremia
    d) HypermagnesemiaAnswer: b) Hypokalemia
  4. Which condition is characterized by elevated levels of calcium in the blood?
    a) Hypocalcemia
    b) Hypercalcemia
    c) Hyperkalemia
    d) HyponatremiaAnswer: b) Hypercalcemia
  5. Which electrolyte is crucial for maintaining the acid-base balance and muscle function?
    a) Sodium
    b) Calcium
    c) Potassium
    d) ChlorideAnswer: c) Potassium
  6. What is the primary role of sodium in the body?
    a) Regulating blood glucose levels
    b) Maintaining fluid balance and blood pressure
    c) Supporting enzyme activity
    d) Enhancing bone strengthAnswer: b) Maintaining fluid balance and blood pressure
  7. Which electrolyte is often used as a marker for kidney function and acid-base balance?
    a) Sodium
    b) Chloride
    c) Potassium
    d) BicarbonateAnswer: d) Bicarbonate
  8. What is the condition characterized by low levels of sodium in the blood?
    a) Hypernatremia
    b) Hyponatremia
    c) Hyperkalemia
    d) HypomagnesemiaAnswer: b) Hyponatremia
  9. Which electrolyte imbalance can lead to cardiac arrhythmias and muscle weakness?
    a) Hypercalcemia
    b) Hypokalemia
    c) Hypernatremia
    d) HyperchloremiaAnswer: b) Hypokalemia
  10. What is the primary function of chloride in the body?
    a) Assisting in glucose metabolism
    b) Maintaining fluid balance and assisting in digestion
    c) Regulating blood pressure
    d) Supporting red blood cell formationAnswer: b) Maintaining fluid balance and assisting in digestion
  11. Which condition is associated with excess magnesium in the blood?
    a) Hypermagnesemia
    b) Hypomagnesemia
    c) Hyperkalemia
    d) HyponatremiaAnswer: a) Hypermagnesemia
  12. What is the main effect of aldosterone on electrolyte levels?
    a) Decreases potassium levels and increases sodium levels
    b) Increases calcium and magnesium levels
    c) Decreases sodium levels and increases potassium levels
    d) Regulates bicarbonate levelsAnswer: a) Decreases potassium levels and increases sodium levels
  13. Which electrolyte is important for proper bone formation and blood clotting?
    a) Sodium
    b) Calcium
    c) Potassium
    d) ChlorideAnswer: b) Calcium
  14. Which electrolyte imbalance is likely to occur with chronic kidney disease?
    a) Hyperkalemia
    b) Hypokalemia
    c) Hypernatremia
    d) HypocalcemiaAnswer: a) Hyperkalemia
  15. Which condition is indicated by low levels of magnesium in the blood?
    a) Hypermagnesemia
    b) Hypomagnesemia
    c) Hyperkalemia
    d) HyponatremiaAnswer: b) Hypomagnesemia