PANCE Practice Test

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Which of the following drugs is NOT commonly used to treat hyperkalemia?
  1. Glucagon
  2. IV sodium bicarbonate, calcium gluconate
  3. insulin and glucose
  4. Kayexalate and sorbitol
Explanation
Answer: B - IV calcium gluconate (not sodium bicarbonate) is administered to counter the myocardial depressant effects of hyperkalemia; Glucagon or insulin and glucose treatment is provided to prevent tissue breakdown and potassium release into extracellular fluid.
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