Basic Concepts of Fluid and Electrolyte Therapy
Basic Concepts of Fluid and Electrolyte Therapy
Basic Concepts of Fluid and Electrolyte Therapy
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Referral to nephrologist<br />
NOT all patients diagnosed with AKI need to be referred<br />
Prior to referral the following should be performed<br />
a thorough clinical history <strong>and</strong> examination (including fluid<br />
balance/volume status assessment)<br />
initial investigations (as recommended above)<br />
initial supportive management (as recommended above)<br />
Early renal referral is recommended in the following patients<br />
AKI stage 3 (SCr ≥3 × baseline value) (Table 19)<br />
persistent oliguria <strong>and</strong>/or rising serum creatinine despite supportive<br />
therapy<br />
complications refractory to medical treatment<br />
hyperkalaemia (K >6 mmo/l)<br />
pulmonary oedema<br />
acidosis (pH