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Hypokalemia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Transcellular Shift:
 • Alkalosis
 • ↑ beta-2 adrenergic simulation 
 • Erythropoiesis
Hypokalemia - Differential ... vomiting) • Low K ... intake (anorexia, dementia ... Diagnosis #Algorithm #nephrology ... #low #potassium
Acid Base Disorders - Blood Gas Interpretation

Steps for Blood Gas Interpretation: 
1. Acidemia or Alkalemia? 
2.
Differentials? ... ABG And BMP Normal ... failure (uremia) K ... sedation, narcotics, CVA ... Diagnosis #Summary #Nephrology
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
(Assess GFR), ±VBG ... Stabilization Treatments ... Calcium 2-3g IV Ca-gluconate ... Redistribution Treatments ... #potassium #nephrology
Pragmatic diagnostic algorithm for hypokalemia. 
***Typical presentations: 
 • Vomiting: urine Na/Cl > 1.6, low urine
Tubulopathy: urine K/ ... correcting serum potassium ... in most cases; interpretation ... hypokalemia #diagnosis #differential ... #algorithm #nephrology