🚨 Would You Catch This Electrolyte Imbalance? 🚨
You're in clinicals, and your patient says: “I don’t know what’s wrong, but I feel weak. My legs keep cramping, and I just feel... off.” 🚩 Red flag! Could this be hypokalemia?
⚡ Potassium is critical for heart function, and even a small drop below 3.5 mEq/L can lead to muscle weakness, irregular heart rhythms, and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Would you recognize the signs before it’s too late? Learn how to spot and treat potassium imbalances in this quick clip!
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