Q-5. In metabolic acidosis, which of the following changes is seen? (AI 2002)
a) Increased K+ excretion
b) Increased Na+ excretion
c) Increased K+ reabsorption
d) Decreased K+ excretion
Answer: Decreased K+ excretion
Explanation:
See above explanation.
Important point:
Severe injury and metabolic acidosis cause hyper-kalemia.