3 results
Hypochloremia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Cause - Decreased Intake:
 • Low salt in diet
 • Exclusive D5W
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Increased Loss: • GI ... transport, renal function ... Gastrointestinal function ... gastrointestinal osmotic gradient
Hepatic Encephalopathy - Diagnosis and Management Summary
Definition:
 • Alteration in brain function manifested by neuropsychiatric symptoms
Alteration in brain function ... rule out other causes ... Precipitants: Infection, GI ... Electrolyte imbalances, Constipation ... Encephalopathy #Grading
Pathogenesis of Select Causes of Constipation in Adults and in Elderly

 • Mechanical (ex. Bowel Obstruction,
Pathogenesis of Select Causes ... of Constipation ... infiltration of the intestinal ... involuntary bodily functions ... colonic mucosa, leading