In the first case, the child underwent an outpatient tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. Postoperative orders included IV fluids of “1000 cc D5W – 600 cc q8h.” An experienced pharmacist accidently ...
Mild hyponatremia in children visiting pediatric emergency departments (PEDs) is associated with higher rates of vasopressor use, ward and pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) admissions, and ...
While more research is still necessary, evidence suggests a possible link between severe hypothyroidism and hyponatremia. This may be due to how thyroid hormones can affect kidney function.