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ea0034p33 | Clinical biochemistry | SFEBES2014

Are we investigating and managing hyponatremia in hospitalised patients properly: a re-audit

Pearson Laura , Rao Ranganatha , De Parijat

Aims: To assess the prevalence, investigations and management of hyponatraemia in hospital inpatients (previously deemed inadequate) over a 2-week period (1–15 May 2013) and compare with data collected in 2011, following the introduction of updated clinical guidelines in our trust.Methods: Hospital notes and electronic records of all patients with a sodium level of <130 mmol/l were analysed.Results: 43/255 (17%) patients h...