What is the correct management approach for a patient with low serum magnesium (0.9 mg/dL) in the ICU?
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Correct answer: Replace magnesium promptly, as low levels worsen ICU outcomes
Hypomagnesemia is common in ICU and is associated with worse outcomes, so monitoring and timely replacement is important.
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