REBOOT #137 Hyperkalemia Master Class with Joel Topf MD

A Curbsiders classic with a fresh intro by Hannah Abrams @hannahRabrams (soon to be MD)! Master the management of hyperkalemia with tools, tips and tactics from @kidney_boy, Joel Topf MD, Chief of Nephrology @KashlakHospital. We cover: common causes of hyperkalemia; the U-shaped curve of potassium levels and mortality; albuterol nebs; how to safely use insulin; potassium binding resins and colonic necrosis; Does it make sense to give loop diuretics and fluids?; Should we be using fludrocortisone?; Plus, answers to all your questions about a high potassium diet and oral potassium supplements! Join us for Dr Topf’s masterful insights on hyperkalemia and potassium homeostasis. Get deeper into potassium physiology with a FREE pdf copy of Joel’s book The Fluid Electrolyte and Acid Base Companion here.

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Credits

Written, edited and produced by: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Intro: Hannah R Abrams Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP; Stuart Brigham MD Infographic and Cover Art: Matthew Watto MD, FACP Guest: Joel Topf MD

Time Stamps

00:00 Sponsor -ACP’s IM Meeting 2020 in LA

00:28 Disclaimer, intro and guest bio

03:00 Guest one-liner

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