BKAT Exam Questions with Complete Solutions

BKAT Exam Questions with Complete Solutions EKG changes with mild hyperkalaemia 5.5-6.5 mmol/l - ANSWER Tall, peaked Twaves with narrow base EKG changes with moderate hyperkalaemia 6.5-8.0 mmol/l - ANSWER Peaked Twaves Prolonged PR interval Decreased amplitude of P-waves Widening of QRS complex EKG changes with severe hyperkalaemia >8 mmol/l - ANSWER Absence of Pwave Progressive widening of QRS complex Eventual "sine-wave" pattern, VF, asystole Hyperkalemia treatment for renal patient - ANSWER dialysis, dietary restriction, Kaexylate, drugs Hypocalcemia treatment for renal patient - ANSWER dialysis, medication Hyperphosphatemia treatment for renal patient - ANSWER phosphate binders Hyponatremia treatment for renal patient - ANSWER fluid restriction, dialysis Urine specific gravity normal range - ANSWER 1.010-1.025 ICP for intracranial hypertension - ANSWER >20mmHg 3 phases of ARF - ANSWER oliguirc, diuretic, recovery ARF oliguiric phase - ANSWER oxygentation, monitor and prevent fluid volume overload