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Lactated Ringers (LR) vs Normal Saline (NS) - Comparison

Composition of LR:
 • Sodium 130 mEq/L
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130 mEq/L • Potassium ... Is Dangerous in Hyperkalemia ... transcellular shift ... densa receives high ... NS #comparison #pharmacology
Digoxin Pharmacology and Pathophysiology
1) Na/K ATPase Pump - Digoxin works by directly binding to and inhibiting
Digoxin Pharmacology ... works by directly binding ... high potassium levels ... Because digoxin binds ... (or low potassium
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
) - Use LR/Plasmalyte ... acidosis) • Low ... : • K-Binding ... Slow - don’t delay ... #potassium #nephrology
The crusade against “Ab”Normal Saline continues.  This is a non-physiologic fluid that can harm our
the ECF causes Hyperkalemia ... crystalloids like LR ... #foamed #criticalcare ... management #diagnosis #treatment ... #pharmacology #