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