Native To: Eurasia (Carman and Brotherson 1982) Date of U.S. Introduction: Early 1800s (Carman and Brotherson 1982) Means of Introduction: Ornamental (Carman and Brotherson 1982) Impact: Absorbs large amounts of water and creates large deposits of salt (North Dakota.
1 Vomiting results in the loss of hydrochloric acid (hydrogen and chloride ions) with the stomach contents. 2  In the hospital setting this can commonly occur from nasogastric suction tubes. 3  Severe vomiting also causes loss of potassium (hypokalaemia) and sodium (hyponatremia).
By inducing diarrhea, laxatives, especially when abused, can cause hypokalemia. Surreptitious diuretic or laxative use or both is a frequent cause of persistent hypokalemia, particularly among patients preoccupied with weight loss and among health care practitioners with access to prescription drugs.