Starting on:
Sep 15, 2025
Ending on:
Sep 15, 2025
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Provider:
MP Shah Hospital
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Sep 15, 2025
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Sep 15, 2025
Moderator(s):
Dr.
Benjamin Nzomo
Deputy Chief Medical Officer M.P Shah Hospital. Nairobi
Dr. Bhupinder Reel
Consultant Paediatric Intensivist & HOD Paediatrics Department M.P Shah Children's Hospital Nairobi
Venue: Deputy Chief Medical Officer M.P Shah Hospital. Nairobi
Dr. Bhupinder Reel
Consultant Paediatric Intensivist & HOD Paediatrics Department M.P Shah Children's Hospital Nairobi
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Management of DKA in OPD
Starting on:
Sep 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
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Sep 15, 2025
Sep 15, 2025
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Description
Management of DKA in OPD
Objectives
1. To define diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and outline the diagnostic criteria relevant to initial management.
2. To discuss principles of fluid resuscitation in DKA, including type of fluid, volumes, and rate of administration.
3. describe the timing, choice, and safe dosing of insulin therapy in children with DKA.
4. highlight common pitfalls and complications of fluid and insulin therapy, such as cerebral edema and hypoglycemia.
5. To emphasize the importance of close monitoring, reassessment, and referral after initial stabilization.
Presenters
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Dr.
Eva Wainaina
Consultant Paediatrician M.P Shah Children's Hospital Nairobi
M.P Shah Hospital