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bicarbonate overuse in critical care

April 4, 2026CriticalCareNow

CriticalCareNow argues against reflexive bicarbonate administration, saying it may do more harm than good except in select scenarios like heart failure or refractory potassium issues.

“Stop the bicarb reflex!”
“bicarb might do more harm than good.”
“Unless the heart is failing or the K is refractory”
“the 3 reasons to use it”
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