poor dietary intake of potassium, excessive GI/renal losses
What are the causes of hypokalemia? (2)
diuretics, mineralocorticoids, nephrotoxins
Which medications enhance renal wasting of Potassium? (3)
laxatives, potassium exchange resins
Which medications enhance GI elimination? (2)
B2 agonists, levothyroxine
Which medications alter K+ distribution INTO the cells?
increase dietary intake
How do we treat hypokalemia?
potassium chloride, acetate, gluconate, phosphate, bicarbonate
What are the supplements used to treat hypokalemia? (5)
arrhythmias, tachy/bradycardia, muscle spasms
What are AE's of potassium supplements? (3)