Chloride Imbalances Flashcards
1
Q
S/S of Hyperchloremia
A
Hypertension. Edema. Cardiac Dysrhythmias.
2
Q
S/S of Hypochloremia
A
Hypotension. Tachycardia. Muscle weakness, Fatigue.
3
Q
RF of Hyperchloremia
A
Increased Sodium intake.
Increased IV use of NaCl
Renal damage
Dehydration
Uncontrolled Glucose levels
DI
4
Q
RF of Hypochloremia
A
Large fluid volume loss. Ex: Vomiting Diarrhea , Diuretics, Suctioning.
5
Q
Tx of Hyperchloremia
A
Restrict Sodium. Increase Fluids. Start blood glucose management. Use dialysis with patient with renal disease.
6
Q
Tx of Hypochloremia
A
Increase Salt intake. Adm. IV K+ and NACl
Limit or reduce diuretic use.
7
Q
What is the relationship between Na and CL?
A
Same relationship.
