Hyperkalemia: Treatment Flashcards

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Q

what does the treatment of hyperkalemia depend on?

A

how quickly the potassium rate has risen an how high it is

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what is the treatment of hyperkalemia?

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  • restricting dietary potassium
  • discontinuing meds that promote potassium retention (potassium sparing diuretics)
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if further aggressive treatment is required, what is the treatment?

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oral solutions which remove potassium by exchanging sodium for potassium in the intestinal tract

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