Over-testingTest stewardshipmedium52% of learners
Reflex broad panels in mild hyponatremia
52% of Med-2 learners ordered a CT head and an extended metabolic panel for an asymptomatic mild hyponatremia, beyond the indicated osmolality work-up.
Prevalence52%
Teachability78%
EvidenceModerate
n = 14 opportunities
Med-2 ClerkshipCases: CDEMO02
FromTest orderedOrders submitted
Recommended faculty action
Review the indicated work-up for asymptomatic mild hyponatremia; contrast yield and cost of the ordered extras.