How Electrolyte Imbalances Affect EKGs: Potassium, Calcium & Magnesium
Understand how potassium, calcium, and magnesium affect the EKG. Learn easy signs, normal ranges, and what nurses should do when labs are abnormal.
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Understand how potassium, calcium, and magnesium affect the EKG. Learn easy signs, normal ranges, and what nurses should do when labs are abnormal.
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Understanding electrolyte labs is key to safe patient care. This quick guide breaks down normal ranges, causes of imbalances, and how to respond fast.