Why is Magnesium Given First Before Potassium?
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Studies show that a significant portion of patients with low potassium also have low magnesium. Addressing low potassium (hypokalemia) in a medical setting often requires a specific order of electrolyte replacement, and that's why magnesium is given first before potassium. This is because magnesium plays a critical, permissive role in the body's ability to retain and utilize potassium at a cellular level.
