Causes of Hyperkalemia include all of the following EXCEPT?
a. Hyperaldosteronism
b. Rhabdomyolisis
c. Metabolic acidosis
d. ACE inhibitors
Answer: a. Hyperaldosteronism
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A) 10 minutes B) 20 to 30 minutes C) 45 minutes D) 60 minutes
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