1
Q
hyperkalaemia
A
elevated levels of potassium
2
Q
signs on an ECG
A
tall tented waves
loss of P waves
prolonged QRS
3
Q
management
A
stabilising cardiac issue:
Ca Gluconate
short-term shift from ECF to ICF:
insulin/dextrose infusion
removal of potassium:
Ca resonium orally/enema
4
Q
how should you investigate hyperkalaemia depending on the levels
A
> 6 first do ECG
>6.5 start treating
GENERAL CONDITIONS YEAR 4
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