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Hyperkalemia Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
R/O Pseudo-hyperkalemia:
 • Possible Lab error! Alwavs Repeat Blood sample!
 • Leukocytosis, Thrombocytosis:
Diagnosis Algorithm ... Thrombocytosis: cells ... TTKG should be high ... 7) - principal cells ... #causes #potassium
Hyperkalemia Management Algorithm
 • Treat the cause & optimize hemodynamics and ventilation
 • Reconsider treatment leadingto
Algorithm • Treat ... the cause & optimize ... and parenteral potassium ... supplements 1) Cell ... #high
Digoxin Pharmacology and Pathophysiology
1) Na/K ATPase Pump - Digoxin works by directly binding to and inhibiting
pumped outside the cell ... intracellular calcium causes ... - Hyperkalemia ( ... high potassium levels ... from entering the cell