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Pediatric Electrolyte Emergencies: Recognition and Management in the Emergency Department (Pharmacology CME)

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  • Electrolyte emergencies may present with a wide variety of findings. Obtain a thorough history and physical examination to investigate the etiology of electrolyte derangement.
  • See Table 2 for a summary of the most common and most life-threatening electrolyte derangements.
  • Consider total-body volume and water balance, as these are integral components to determine the rate at which certain electrolytes are corrected.
  • See Table 5 for a list of recommended laboratory tests to obtain when differentiating electrolyte emergencies.
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Publication Information
Author

Thomas Conway, DO

Peer Reviewed By

Nicole Gerber, MD; Alfred Sacchetti, MD, FACEP

Publication Date

February 1, 2023

CME Expiration Date

February 1, 2026    CME Information

CME Credits

4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, 4 ACEP Category I Credits, 4 AAP Prescribed Credits, 4 AOA Category 2-A or 2-B Credits.
Specialty CME Credits: Included as part of the 4 credits, this CME activity is eligible for 1 Pharmacology credit, subject to your state and institutional approval.

Pub Med ID: 36689544

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