Why Does Hyperkalemia Develop in Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Why does hyperkalemia develop in diabetic ketoacidosis?

A) Because sodium is low,which stimulates aldosterone to retain sodium and potassium
B) Because hydrogen shifts into the cell in exchange for potassium to compensate for metabolic acidosis
C) Because phosphorus shifts into the cell in exchange for potassium due to the lack of insulin
D) Because the blood is concentrated due to the loss of water from polyuria

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