Section: Module 3: Lesson 8: Endocrine and Electrolyte Diseases | Didactic Emergency Medicine | NextGenU.org
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Learning objectives
- Describe the classic presentation, ED investigations, and ED management of diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state.
- Describe the presentation, ECG changes, and ED management of hyperkalemia.
- Describe the presentation and ED management of hypoglycemia.
- Understand the pathophysiology, presentation, diagnostic tests, and ED management of thyroid storm.
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Quiz: Module 3: Lesson 8: Hyperglycemia
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What are some co-existing illnesses that may precipitate diabetic ketoacidosis or hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state? How common are these illnesses in your country/region, and what populations do they typically affect?
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Quiz: Module 3: Lesson 8: Hyperkalemia
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What are some of the most common differential diagnoses of hyperkalemia in your country/region?
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Quiz: Module 3: Lesson 8: Hypoglycemia
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Describe why it is important to consider hypoglycemia in a patient presenting to the ED with altered mental status, and how the patient could be affected.
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Quiz: Module 3: Lesson 8: Thyroid Storm
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Thyroid storm is a rare condition. If you have encountered this disease in your practice, describe (without using any identifying information) the patient's condition when they first presented to the ED, and how you diagnosed and treated the disease.