Hyperkalemia: Treatment Flashcards
1
Q
what does the treatment of hyperkalemia depend on?
A
how quickly the potassium rate has risen an how high it is
2
Q
what is the treatment of hyperkalemia?
A
- restricting dietary potassium
- discontinuing meds that promote potassium retention (potassium sparing diuretics)
3
Q
if further aggressive treatment is required, what is the treatment?
A
oral solutions which remove potassium by exchanging sodium for potassium in the intestinal tract
