Hypokalemia Flashcards
1
Q
What value dictates hypokalemia
A
<3.5
2
Q
What can cause hypokalemia
A
Thiazide and loop diuretics
Conn’s
Renal acidosis
Low intake/GI loss
3
Q
What re the presentations of Hypokalemia
A
Hypotonia
Hyporeflexia
Arrythmia (AF)
4
Q
How does Hypokalemia appear on ECG
A
Small inverted T
Long PR
U wave
ST Depression
5
Q
How is Hypokalemia treated
A
Potassium replacement Aldosterone antagonist (Spiranolactone)
