A patient with severe diarrhea is likely to develop which of the following electrolyte imbalances?

A Hyperkalemia
B Hypokalemia ✓
C Hypernatremia
D Hyponatremia

Explanation

Severe diarrhea can lead to a significant loss of potassium ions, resulting in hypokalemia.

Source

Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine
Electrolytes and Acid-Base Balance Pathophysiology Gastrointestinal Disorders Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high