Hypokalemia Flashcards

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Hypokalemia causes due to increased cellular uptake

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Beta adrenergic activity
Insulin
Hematopoiesis

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Hypokalemia causes

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  • Increased entry into cells (insulin, hematopoiesis, beta adrenergic activity)
  • Renal wasting (diuretics, hyperaldosteronism)
  • GI loss (vomiting, diarrhea)
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