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Potassium Flashcards

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causes of hypokalemia

A 
diuretics (furosemide, HCTZ)
insufficient dietary intake
alkalosis
excessive insulin
V/D/laxative abuse
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potassium supplement

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potassium chloride (KCl)

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issues w/potassium chloride

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GI irritation - take w/food/H20
irritating to veins - must dilute
MUST be infused by pump and hooked to cardiac monitor
nml = 3.5-5mEq/L

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hyperkalemia tx

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insulin
sodium bicarbonate
sodium polystyrene sulfonate

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signs of hyperkalemia

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weakness, fatigue, muscle cramps, palpitations, N/V, arrhythmias
prolonged PR interval
peaked “T” wave

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