Question 170 · LEK · Electrolyte balance
Drug-induced hyperkalemia may be caused by one of the following, except:
- A. amiloride.
- B. angiotensin-converting enzymes inhibitors.
- C. angiotensin receptor blockers.
- D. aldosterone receptor blockers.
- E. glucocorticosteroids.
Hint
Think about the mineralocorticoid effect of corticosteroids on potassium handling in the distal nephron.
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