Potassium (K+) Flashcards
1
Q
Normal range
A
3.5 - 5.3 mEq / L
2
Q
Aldosterone secretion =
A
lowers K+
3
Q
Primary purpose
A
electrical impulses
4
Q
________ secretions high in K+
A
GI
5
Q
Excreted by
A
Kidneys
6
Q
_____________ pts who are receiving ___________ have low K+
A
Renal, insulin
7
Q
_________ pts have high K+
A
burn / tissue damage
8
Q
K+ foods
A
orange, banana, cantaloupe, raisin, potato, avocado, & spinach
