Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis
Erin* was lying in the floor on her stomach, reading to her two young daughters, when she suddenly began to feel weak, and her vision … Read more
Potassium Levels
Home Remedies for Children’s Nausea
Every parent dreads hearing that their children are about to vomit. Fortunately, there are various preventive measures and home remedies for children’s nausea. Find out … Read more
The Connection Between Potassium Levels and Cranberry Juice
Several years ago my daughter – who was fifteen at the time – was having a problem with dizzy spells. These were usually occurring when … Read more
Nurse Teaching Plan: Hypokalemia
Nursing Assessment: Hypokalemia is a dangerous electrolyte imbalance that can result in cardiac arrhythmias, flaccid paralysis and rhabdomyolysis (respiratory depression) in some cases. Hypokalemia can … Read more
How to Lower Potassium Levels
High potassium, also known as hyperkalemia, occurs when too much potassium is in the bloodstream. About 98 percent of potassium is found within organs and … Read more
What is Hypokalemia (potassium Imbalance)?
Your body needs a wide variety of chemicals in order to function properly. One of these chemicals is potassium. Potassium is used for many functions … Read more