Hypernatraemia Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of hypernatraemia
A
dehydration
osmotic diuresis
diabetes insipidus
excess IV saline
2
Q
What complications can occur if a hypernatraemia is corrected too quickly?
A
- cerebral oedema
> seizures, coma and death.
3
Q
How quickly can hypernatraemia be corrected
A
0.5 mmol/hour
(roughly 10mmol in 24 hours)
