What is the most common cause of hyperkalemia?
a. Cardiac arrest
b. Metabolic alkalosis
c. Renal failure
d. Respiratory acidosis
ANS: C
Hyperkalemia (elevated serum potassium) is most common in renal insufficiency.
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