Mastering Lab Interpretation: Hypokalemia

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What can the T wave and the U wave on an EKG tell us about potassium levels?

When replacing potassium, if I have a choice of IV or orally, which one is preferred??

Get the answers to these questions and more in this quick video.



Cyndi Zarbano MSN-Ed, CCRN, CMSRN, LNC

Cyndi Zarbano, MSN-Ed, CCRN, CMSRN, LNC, brings over 30 years of diverse nursing experience, with a strong clinical background in intensive care, emergency, and progressive care settings. Since 2008, she has also worked as a legal nurse consultant, contributing her expertise to more than 200 cases across plaintiff, defense, and Board of Nursing reviews.

Currently, Cyndi divides her professional time between serving as a legal consultant and working as an ICU and rapid response nurse at the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. She holds master’s degrees in both counseling and nursing education and is completing a third graduate degree in nursing leadership.

A seasoned speaker on national and international stages, Cyndi is known for her dynamic and engaging presentations, combining up-to-date clinical insight, evidence-based practice, memorable stories, and humor to create impactful learning experiences. A proud veteran of the US Navy, she served for ten years, concluding her military career as a Lieutenant Commander.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Cynthia Zarbano is the owner of Clinical Review Consultants and has an employment relationship with Mayo Mankato. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Cynthia Zarbano has no relevant non-financial relationships.

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