"Can't move," said Rita, the new intern, after examining her latest patient. "Twenty-three-year-old Chinese male. Says his brother has the same problem sometimes." Her face scrunched up. She was ...

THE intravenous administration of potassium chloride with glucose is a common therapeutic measure in cases of potassium depletion. This study was prompted by the appearance of serious ventricular ...

Hyperkalemia, or high potassium, can result from kidney disease, certain medications, alcohol use, and other health conditions. In some instances, it may not present any symptoms. Diagnosis involves a ...