Answer Key — Hyperkalemia
True – Hyperkalemia means there is too much potassium in the blood.
True – Potassium is important for the heart, muscles, and nerves to work properly.
True – Kidneys help remove extra potassium through urine to keep levels balanced.
True – Bananas, tomatoes, and some other foods have a lot of potassium and can raise blood levels.
True – When kidneys don’t work well, potassium can build up in the blood.
True – Some medicines can cause potassium to increase.
True – Muscle weakness and numbness are common symptoms of high potassium.
False – Hyperkalemia can be very dangerous to the heart, causing irregular rhythms.
True – High potassium can cause irregular heartbeat or palpitations.
True – Many salt substitutes contain potassium and can raise blood potassium levels.
True – People with kidney disease often need to limit foods high in potassium.
True – Drinking fluids as your doctor advises can help manage potassium balance.
True – Uncontrolled diabetes can lead to high potassium levels.
True – Very high potassium can cause the heart to stop (cardiac arrest).
True – Potatoes and spinach are high in potassium and may need to be limited.
True – Apples and grapes are lower in potassium compared to some other fruits.
False – Never stop medicines on your own; always check with your doctor first.
True – Dialysis can remove potassium when kidneys are not working well.
True – Feeling faint or dizzy can be a sign of dangerous potassium levels.
True – Chest pain or a very irregular heartbeat needs emergency medical care immediately.