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Repeat bloodwork is obtained:

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The ICU initiates medical management for patient’s hyperkalemia. They are having difficulty oxygenating the patient despite maximal ventilator settings, and he remains on norepinephrine for blood pressure support. 24-hour fluid intake is 4.7L, and urine output is 20mL. The patient’s intake/output balance is positive 11L since admission.

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