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Hypokalemia Evaluation Algorithm

Before evaluating hypokalemia, life threatening complications such as arrhythmias and paralysis should be looked
Algorithm Before ... causes • Laxative ... syndrome, Congenital adrenal ... differential #potassium #nephrology ... #low
Primary Adrenal Insufficiency:
 • ACTH stimulation test - Synthetic ACTH does not stimulate cortisol secretion because
cortex is already ... in cases in which ... cortex is atrophied ... Insufficiency #Evaluation ... endocrinology #workup
How do you work up an ischemic CVA?
A) Initial Evaluation
 • ABCs
 • IV access, monitor
How do you work ... A) Initial Evaluation ... ischemic CVA (core ... Evaluate underlying cause ... #CVA #stroke #workup
Hyponatremia - Differential Algorithm
Isotonic Hyponatremia: Hyperlipidemia, Hyperproteinemia, Recent TURP
Hypotonic Hyponatremia: 
 • Hypovolemia: Diuretics/Nephropathies, Vomiting, Diarrhea,
Syndrome, Chronic Renal ... MH/CCF/CWRU EM ... #diagnosis #causes ... #nephrology #sodium ... #low
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
Antibiotics (Bactrim, PCN ... reabsorption) Workup ... only if no clear cause ... acidosis) • Low ... Treatment #potassium #nephrology
Post-Transplant Diarrhea - Diagnosis and Management Algorithm
Post-transplant diarrhea (≥ 3 loose or liquid stools per day)
and Management Algorithm ... Malabsorption workup ... in case of chronic ... ) ± Plasma CMV PCR ... #nephrology #renal