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Sodium Bicarbonate

In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Sodium Bicarbonate

Niluk Leon Senewiratne et al.
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Excerpt

Sodium bicarbonate is a multifaceted medication that plays a crucial role in managing and treating diverse disease pathologies. This activity delves into the expansive applications of sodium bicarbonate, providing healthcare professionals with a nuanced understanding of its indications, mechanism of action, and contraindications. The program focuses on its pivotal role in treating conditions such as lactic acidosis and QRS prolongation, offering participants in-depth insights into therapeutic considerations, including dosing, toxicities, and relevant interactions. By examining sodium bicarbonate's adverse event profile, participants will be better equipped to ensure its effective utilization across a spectrum of clinical scenarios. This evidence-based activity aims to empower interprofessional healthcare team members with the essential knowledge to optimize sodium bicarbonate's potential to enhance patient outcomes.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Niluk Leon Senewiratne declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Allison Woodall declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Ahmet Can declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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