Chapter 5 - Electrolytes

Question 1

Drugs causing SIADH

Answer 1

1. Chloropropamide
2. Cyclophosphamide
3. Vincristine
4. Vinblastine
5. Amitriptyline
6. Haloperidol
7. Phenothiazines
8. Narcotics

Question 2

Serum Na+

Answer 2

120

Question 3

Urine Na+ > … mEq/L is characteristic of SIADH

Answer 3

40

Question 4

Causes of SIADH

Answer 4

1. Ectopic production (SLCC MC site)
2. Drugs
3. Hypothyroidism
4. Hypocortosolism (T4, CORT: normally inhibit ADH)

Question 5

Which is the MCC of death in ICU?

Answer 5

Septic shock