potassium high concentration in blood cardiac arrhythmia

 Aldosterone is secreted when a drop in extracellular sodium occurs. This hormone’s effect on the kidneys causes the kidneys to retain sodium and return it to the blood.

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An occurrence of too high of a concentration of which of the following electrolytes is associated with cardiac arrhythmias?

Chloride

A high concentration of chloride is not associated with cardiac arrhythmias.

Phosphorus

A high concentration of phosphorus is not associated with cardiac arrhythmias.

Potassium

MY ANSWER

A high concentration of potassium is associated with cardiac arrhythmias.

Sodium

A high concentration of sodium is not associated with cardiac arrhythmias.