NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -More severe cases of low potassium may cause signs and symptoms such as: Muscle twitches. Muscle cramps. Severe muscle weakness, leading to paralysis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Abnormal blood levels of electrolytes, such as calcium, magnesium, or even potassium, can develop muscle cramps. Although low potassium blood levels occasionally cause true muscle cramps, high potassium blood levels also cause muscle cramps.

Detailed explanation-3: -A large drop in potassium level may lead to abnormal heart rhythms, especially in people with heart disease. This can cause you to feel lightheaded or faint. A very low potassium level can even cause your heart to stop.

Detailed explanation-4: -Too little potassium, calcium or magnesium in the diet can cause leg cramps. Medicines often prescribed for high blood pressure can cause increased urination, which may drain the body of these minerals.