Renal pathophysiology · Physiology

Which change commonly occurs in chronic kidney disease?

  1. Metabolic alkalosis
  2. Hyperkalemia
  3. Hypophosphatemia
  4. Increased erythropoietin production
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Correct answer: Hyperkalemia

Reduced renal excretion of potassium leads to hyperkalemia in CKD. This can cause serious cardiac complications.

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