Endocrine - SIADH Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
SIADH is frequently associated with
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- sepsis
- paraneoplastic syndrome
- pneumonia
- CNS trauma
- after surgery
- adverse effect of medication
2
Q
Clinical findings of SIADH
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- free water reabsorption
- hyponatremia
- decreased serum osmolality
- inappropriately increased urine concentration
3
Q
To diagnose SIADH what other causes of hyponatremia should be ruled out?
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- hypothyroidism
- adrenal insufficiency
4
Q
Treatment for SIADH
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- treat underlying condition
- restrict water intake
- gradual sodium correction
5
Q
Indication for hypertonic saline
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- severe neurological symptoms
6
Q
Complication of overcorrection of sodium
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Central pontine myelinolysis
7
Q
Measurement of this level is required for confirming diagnosis of SIADH
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serum and urine electrolytes
