Renal Physiology and Potassium Balance Case Study Quiz
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What is the most abundant cation in the body?

  • Potassium (correct)
  • Magnesium
  • Calcium
  • Sodium

    • What caused the rise in potassium level after the man started using salt substitute?

  • Unchanged sodium intake
  • Increased sodium intake
  • Increased potassium intake
  • Decreased sodium intake (correct)

    • What is the normal range for plasma potassium level?

  • 3.0-5.0 mmol/L
  • 3.5-4.8 mmol/L (correct)
  • 3.5-5.5 mmol/L
  • 2.5-4.0 mmol/L

    • What percentage of potassium is located in the intracellular fluid?

    <p>98%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition can impaired renal function lead to hyperkalemia?

    <p>Severe renal insufficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

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