Question

11- Which of the following system affect by increase potassium level ?

A) Cardiovascular system

B) Neurological system

C) Gastrointestinal system

D) Respiratory system

Answer 1

Ans:-

A,

Cardiovascular system.

Cardiovascular system is more affected by the hyperkalemia( increase potassium level).

Hyperkalemia can cause paralysis or heart failure and if left untreated it can death due to the stopage of heart beat.

Hyperkalemia cause irregular heart beat ,which in the worst case can cause heart attack because it affects the muscle contraction of the heart.

On ECG hyperkalemia shows tall , peaked T waves with a narrow base ans ST segment depression.

So, hyperkalemia is most dangerous for the heart.

It affects other given systems too but less than cardiovascular system.

- In neurological system it affects the nerve signals.

- In gastrointestinal system it affects the smooth muscle contractions, they become weak and this can lead to nausea and vomiting and build up of gas .

- In respiratory system it can cause shortness of breath and chest pain.