Hypokalaemia Flashcards

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Causes

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Drugs: loop diuretic (furosemide)
GI Loss: D+V, high stoma output
Conn’s syndrome (hyperaldosteronism)
Metabolic alkalosis
Renal tubular disease: renal tubular acidosis or drug-induced damage
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ECG changes

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ST depression 
Flat, inverted T
Prolonged PR
Prominent U
Increased amplitude P
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