Hyperkalemia

question 16

Multiple Choice

Hyperkalemia

• A)refers to an elevated serum calcium level.
• B)generally develops in response to declining renal function.
• C)is often caused by a kaliuretic diuretic.
• D)is caused by excess aldosterone.

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