G_hyperkalemia_web How much do your patients know about the dangers of high potassium levels in the body? They may know that potassium is good for you, or that you need specific levels of it in the ...

High potassium, or hyperkalemia, is when your blood potassium levels are greater than 5.0 mmol/L. If left untreated, hyperkalemia may lead to cardiovascular diseases like arrhythmia or heart failure.

Too much potassium can lead to the body being unable to filter out extra potassium. This can cause symptoms including irregular heartbeat, muscle issues, and shortness of breath. Having too much ...