Question
Physiology Question on Neurophysiology
A patient came to the hospital after a road traffic accident. He had severe muscle injury, and his serum K+ level was found to be 5.5 mEq/L. What will happen to the resting membrane potential in this patient?
A
No change
B
Becomes more negative
C
Becomes more positive
D
First becomes more positive then negative
Answer
Becomes more positive
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (C): Becomes more positive