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John Ashurst1, Shane R Sergent2, Benjamin R Sergent2
1Director of Emergency Medicine Residency Research, Duke Lifepoint Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown, PA.
Abstract:
Hypokalemia and hyperkalemia are the most common electrolyte disorders managed in the emergency department. The diagnosis of these potentially life-threatening disorders is challenging due to the often vague symptomatology a patient may express, and treatment options may be based upon very little data due to the time it may take for laboratory values to return. This review examines the most current evidence with regard to the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of potassium disorders. In this review, classic paradigms, such as the use of sodium polystyrene and the routine measurement of serum magnesium, are tested, and an algorithm for the treatment of potassium disorders is discussed.
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