An approach to clinical acid-base problem solving.

An approach to clinical acid-base problem solving.

Rutecki G W; Whittier F C

Comprehensive therapy

1998

1998-12

This article demonstrated a systematic approach to acid-base problem solving through the application of the so-called "Rules of Five." This technique was compared with other options for acid-base problem solving, namely, clinicians' use of gestalt or an acid-base map. The superiority of the systematic approach in uncovering triple acid-base disorders was shown.

Adult; Female; Humans; Male; Algorithms; Acid-Base Imbalance/*diagnosis/physiopathology/*therapy; Acidosis/diagnosis/physiopathology/therapy; Alkalosis/diagnosis/physiopathology/therapy; Problem Solving

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