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    Potassium levels between 3.5-5.0 mEq/l can cause changes to the electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) including peaked T waves and flattened P waves. Abnormally high potassium levels above 5.0 mEq/l may lead to widened QRS complexes and prolonged PR intervals that can result in heart block, arrhythmias, and cardiac arrest if not addressed. Monitoring of ECG changes is important for patients with electrolyte imbalances.

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    Potassium levels between 3.5-5.0 mEq/l can cause changes to the electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) including peaked T waves and flattened P waves. Abnormally high potassium levels above 5.0 mEq/l may lead to widened QRS complexes and prolonged PR intervals that can result in heart block, arrhythmias, and cardiac arrest if not addressed. Monitoring of ECG changes is important for patients with electrolyte imbalances.

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    Electrolyte Disorders

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    Stavros Papadakos
    Potassium levels between 3.5-5.0 mEq/l can cause changes to the electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) including peaked T waves and flattened P waves. Abnormally high potassium levels above 5.0 mEq/l may lead to widened QRS complexes and prolonged PR intervals that can result in heart block, arrhythmias, and cardiac arrest if not addressed. Monitoring of ECG changes is important for patients with electrolyte imbalances.

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