Hyponatremia Treatment

Hyponatremia Treatment

CAT 1

Hyponatremia is a frequently misunderstood and mistreated disorder seen in the inpatient setting. It is important as future Advanced Practice Providers that you have a good understanding of the pathophysiology of this electrolyte abnormality and an understanding of how to treat this disorder. Please watch the following U-tube video about hyponatremia and then review the treatment algorithm (Found on the AAFP website) below. Please reach out to me if you have any questions about this topic.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8y64XmyiZcs

Design a brief case study for your classmates to determine the appropriate treatment for the patient with hyponatremia.