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Match the following conditions to the associated primary electrolyte imbalance:

A.

Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)

B.

Addison's Disease

C.

Hypoparathyroidism

D.

Diabetes Insipidus

E.

Hyperparathyroidism

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is {"A":{"answers":"A"},"B":{"answers":"C"},"C":{"answers":"D"},"D":{"answers":"E"},"E":{"answers":"B"}}

Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH) → Hyponatremia

Excess ADH leads to water retention, diluting sodium levels.

Addison’s Disease → Hyperkalemia

Adrenal insufficiency leads to decreased aldosterone, causing potassium retention.

Hypoparathyroidism → Hypocalcemia

Lack of parathyroid hormone reduces calcium levels.

Diabetes Insipidus → Hypernatremia

Excessive water loss leads to sodium concentration increase.

Hyperparathyroidism → Hypercalcemia

Excess parathyroid hormone increases calcium release from bones.


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

(A) Tetany: Hypocalcemia increases neuromuscular excitability, leading to muscle cramps, spasms, and tetany (involuntary muscle contractions).

(B) Hypertension: Hypocalcemia does not directly cause hypertension; it may lead to hypotension.

(C) Constipation: Hypercalcemia, not hypocalcemia, causes constipation.

(D) Polyuria: Hypercalcemia leads to polyuria, while hypocalcemia does not.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

(A) Hypernatremia: PTH does not significantly affect sodium levels.

(B) Hyponatremia: PTH imbalance does not cause sodium depletion.

(C) Hypocalcemia: Hyperparathyroidism increases calcium levels, not decreases them.

(D) Hypercalcemia: Hyperparathyroidism causes excessive secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH), which increases calcium release from bones, enhances calcium absorption in the intestines, and reduces calcium excretion by the kidneys, leading to hypercalcemia.

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