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Normal potassium levels are 3.5-5.0 mmol/L. Above 5.5-6.0 mmol/L is considered hyperkalemic and severe hyperkalemia sets in around 6.5 mmol/L, with associated heart arrhythmia.
Any level in this upper range can be fatal.
Short answer, 8.9 would not be compatible with life.
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