Management of Fluid and Electrolyte problems in Children


Causes of Chronic Hyponatraemia

There must be:

  1. A source of electrolyte free water (EFW) e.g. ingestion of water.
  2. A restriction in the ability of the kidneys to excrete EFW ie presence of ADH.

The main question to answer is why the secretion of ADH?

What are the stimuli for ADH secretion?

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