Endocrinology Flashcards by P S | Brainscape

Q

Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)

A

Potassium Effects

Initially may see hyperkalemia (↓ insulin, ↓ K uptake into cells)
But then bc lots of K lost in urine with ketonuria and glycosuria, become normo or hypokalemic.

Treatment

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