Assessing a Patient with an Electrolyte Imbalance course for GPs

This session explores the common and important causes of electrolyte imbalances commonly seen in primary care, particularly socdium and potassium, and presents a set of typical case studies of patients who have electrolyte disturbances.

This session was reviewed by Khyati Bakhai and last updated in February 2020.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Identify common causes of electrolyte imbalances commonly seen in primary care
• Use a systematic approach to the assessment of common electrolyte imbalances
• Use a systematic approach to the investigation of electrolyte imbalances in primary care
• Recognise rare but serious electrolyte imbalances that may present in primary care and take appropriate prompt action

This session considers abnormalities of the commonly measured electrolytes sodium and potassium.