Potassium

Question 1

It is the principle cation of the intracellular fluid.

Answer 1

Potassium

Question 2

Elevated potassium levels — often associated with renal failure, dehydration shock of adrenal insufficiency.

Answer 2

Hyperkalemia

Question 3

Decreased potassium level — associated with malnutrition, negative nitrogen balance, gastrointestinal fluid losses and hyperactivity of the adrenal cortex.

Answer 3

Hypokalemia

Question 4

[2] Reagent contents of Potassium:

[Pr, Ps]

Answer 4

1. Potassium reagent
2. Potassium standard

Question 5

Potassium reagent: — content

Answer 5

Sodium Tetraphenylboron