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Hypokalemia Evaluation Algorithm

Before evaluating hypokalemia, life threatening complications such as arrhythmias and paralysis should be looked
Algorithm Before ... life threatening complications ... wasting from other causes ... Laxative use • Diarrhea ... consumption • Low
Bulimia Nervosa: Complications
GASTROINTESTINAL
 • Dehydration & inability to digest food -> Constipation
 • Recurrent vomiting exposes
hormonal imbalances (low ... fertility problems -> Amenorrhea ... hormone levels cause ... loss of HCO3- in diarrhea ... pathophysiology #diagnosis #signs