When would you want to use calcium gluconate vs calcium chloride to stabilize the myocardium in hyperkalemia?

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When would you want to use calcium gluconate vs calcium chloride to stabilize the myocardium in hyperkalemia?

Calcium chloride – Resuscitation or through a large bore IV. There is a risk of tissue necrosis if it goes into the interstitium.Calcium gluconate – All other scenarios.