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Physiologic Approach to Hypotonic Hyponatremia
The next time you have a case of hypotonic hyponatremia, give the
Physiologic Approach ... to Hypotonic Hyponatremia ... normal volume-based algorithm ... #Hypotonic #Hyponatremia ... table #sodium #nephrology
Hyponatremia Correction
1. Indications for Hypertonic Saline: seizure, coma, focal findings
   - typically occurs with
Hyponatremia Correction ... Indications for Hypertonic ... 10-12 mEq/day 3. ... Correction #goal #rate ... #management #nephrology
Hyponatremia - Diagnosis and Treatment
Hyponatremia is usually caused by the inability to excrete water normally.
Then, ask 3 questions ... work through a physiologic ... 1) Is it hypotonic ... correction (max rate ... Treatment #management #nephrology
Management of Hyponatremia
Hypertonic Saline - Only indicated if patient has severe symptoms + Na < 125
Give
Management of Hyponatremia ... Hypertonic Saline ... Calculate correction rate ... Wilkinsonjonny #Hyponatremia ... #Management #algorithm