Starting on:
Sep 24, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 24, 2025
Moderator(s):
Online Activity
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
CRITICAL CARE SOCIETY OF KENYA
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Sep 24, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 24, 2025
Moderator(s):
Dr.
Lesley Gesare
Consultant Anesthesiologist
Venue: Consultant Anesthesiologist
Online Activity
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3 Points
Provider:
CRITICAL CARE SOCIETY OF KENYA
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FLUID THERAPY IN DIABETIC KETOACIDOSIS
Starting on:
Sep 24, 2025
Sep 24, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 24, 2025
Sep 24, 2025
Venue:
Online Activity
Online Activity
Description
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening complication of diabetes characterized by hyperglycemia, ketosis, and metabolic acidosis. Fluid therapy is the cornerstone of initial management, aimed at restoring circulatory volume, correcting dehydration, improving renal perfusion, and aiding the clearance of ketones. This session will provide an evidence-based overview of fluid therapy in DKA, including fluid choice, dosing strategies, electrolyte considerations, and adjustments for special populations such as children and patients with comorbidities.
Objectives
-To explain the pathophysiological role of fluid loss in the development and progression of DKA.
-To identify appropriate types of intravenous fluids for initial resuscitation and ongoing replacement in DKA.
-To apply current guidelines to determine fluid volume, rate, and composition based on patient parameters (age, electrolytes, comorbidities).
Presenters
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Dr.
Lorine Auma
Medical Officer Critical Care Unit, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital
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Dr.
Taby Siika
Consultant Physician Critical Care Fellow, Aga Khan University Hospital
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Dr.
Sally Getugi
Consultant Anesthesiologist
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Dr.
Lucy Menge
Consultant Physician, Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital
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Dr.
Grace Wandia
Consultant Physician, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Eldoret
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Mr.
Jephters Olwero
Nurse, Clinical Nurse Educator, Kenyatta National Hospital Let's Talk Nursing-Member