Dehydration Flashcards
1
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Lab tests
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High TP/PCV, albumin, BUN/CREAT, Phosphorus, SG, electrolytes
SG only urine function test??
2
Q
How to monitor patient on fluids
A
Weigh daily, recheck temp, check heart for pulse deficit or arrythmias, increased rr and effort, urine output to match fluids given, demeanor of lethargic, signs of over hydration
3
Q
Clinical signs of over hydration
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Putting edema, serous nasal discharge, restlessness, coughing, hyperpnea, chemosis
4
Q
Clinical signs
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Dry mm, inelastic skin, sunken eye orbits, cool extremities, lethargy, weakness, collapse, long crt, weak pulse, decreased urine production, increase temp