Question # 55

A 65-year-old woman with a history of diabetes mellitus and hypertension presents with a blood pressure of 160/95 mmHg and a serum potassium level of 5.8 mEq/L. What is the most likely cause of her hyperkalemia?

Options:

A.

Chronic kidney disease

B.

Diabetes mellitus

C.

Hypertension

D.

Hyperaldosteronism

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