Human Physiology
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ISBN: 9781259864629
Author: Fox, Stuart Ira
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 6, Problem 9RA
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To determine:
The resting membrane potential in hyperkalemia.
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Hyperkalemia is a condition when the level of potassium is elevated. The levels are greater than the normal level. This disease does not have any underlying causes. This condition can be a result of eating potassium rich meal or it can occur due to the side effects of any medication.
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