313 final misc Flashcards
1
Q
Normal calcium levels
A
8.5-10.5
2
Q
normal potassium levels
A
3.5-5
3
Q
Normal magnesium levels
A
1.5-2.5
4
Q
Normal sodium levels
A
135-145
5
Q
Normal albumin levels
A
3.5-5
6
Q
Normal BUN
A
12-20
7
Q
Preload
A
volume of blood in ventricles at end of diastole
8
Q
Afterload
A
The force or resistance against which the heart pumps.
9
Q
DASH diet
A
increase fruit, vegetables, and low fat dairy; k, mg, ca
10
Q
Diuretics Key Points
A
hypokalemia and dehydration. Diuretics cause the body to dump sodium and potassium so the person is at risk for hypokalemia and dehydration.
11
Q
Beta Blockers Key Points
A
Hold if the pulseis less than 60. Watch for orthostatic hypotension. These drugs block the sympathetic response that causes vasoconstriction and allow the heart to relax.
12
Q
Common side effect of beta blockers
A
Drowsiness
