Hyponatremia in Older Adults: Diagnosis

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Submitted by Minnesota North... on Jun 4, 2020 - 10:33pm CDT

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Unpublished Document

This handout discusses the factors that contribute to the increased prevalence of hyponatremia in older adults, along with causes and assessment components. An algorithm is provided to help clinicians determine the cause of hyponatremia in older adults.

Author(s): 
Sangeetha Murugapandian
Bijin Thajudeen
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Education & Learning
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