Which symptoms might an individual with hypokalemia exhibit?

Individuals with hypokalemia, which is a condition characterized by low potassium levels in the blood, often exhibit a variety of symptoms due to the critical role potassium plays in muscle function, nerve signaling, and maintaining proper fluid balance in the body.

Muscle cramps are common, as potassium is essential for muscle contraction and relaxation. A deficiency can lead to insufficient muscle function, causing spasms and cramps. Nausea can also occur because low potassium levels can impact gastrointestinal motility and overall digestive function. Individuals may experience feelings of nausea due to these disruptions. Anorexia may be observed as well, which relates to reduced appetite that can accompany nausea and other gastrointestinal disturbances.

This understanding aligns with option B, where leg cramps and anorexia are specific symptoms linked to hypokalemia, further showing how this condition affects muscular and digestive systems. Other options did incorporate symptoms associated with low potassium but did not highlight the distinct combination of leg cramps and anorexia that directly reflect comorbid effects related to low potassium levels.