Chapter 27: Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid-Base Homeostasis

Hemolysis and tissue trauma release vast amounts of potassium into the ECF. Common sources of abnormal K+ output: Renal insufficiency (including “pre-renal”). The ability to excrete K drops in proportion with fall in GFR. Mineralcorticoid imbalance. Potassium wasting in hyperaldosteronism (1( or 2(), Bartter’s Syndrome. ................
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