Weight 191 lbs. GFR 12 ml/min Albumin 2.1 gm/dl Potassium and Phosphorus levels elevated Blood Pressure 182/103 QUESTIONS 1. Why is Keegan’s potassium and phosphorus levels high? How will the dialysis affect these values? What are phosphate binders and would their use be appropriate for this patient?

Weight 191 lbs. GFR 12 ml/min Albumin 2.1 gm/dl Potassium and Phosphorus levels elevated Blood Pressure 182/103 QUESTIONS 1. Why is Keegan’s potassium and phosphorus levels high? How will the dialysis affect these values? What are phosphate binders and would their use be appropriate for this patient?

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