A 60-year-old with CKD stage 3b on ramipril has K+ 5.9 mmol/L but no ECG changes. Best initial management?...

Question

A 60-year-old with CKD stage 3b on ramipril has K+ 5.9 mmol/L but no ECG changes. Best initial management?

Accepted Answer

Stop ramipril and repeat K+, consider dietary advice

Answer

IV calcium gluconate

Answer

Insulin/dextrose infusion

Answer

Start spironolactone

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No action

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