Electorlyte Manifestations Flashcards
1
Q
Hypernatremia
A
Thirst,
Oliguria
Confusion
Lethargy
Seizure
Coma
Death
2
Q
Hyponatremia
A
CNS disfunction
N/V
Malaise,
Anorexia
Headache
Lethargy,
Confusion,
Seizures,
Coma
Cerebral herniation
3
Q
Hyperkalemia
A
Intestinal cramping
Diarrhea
Muscle weakness (ascending, beginning in lower extremities)
Cardiac dysrhythmias
4
Q
Hypokalemia
A
Abdominal symptoms
Skeletal muscle symptoms
Cardiac symptoms
Polyuria
5
Q
Hypercalcemia
A
Decreased neuromuscular excitability
Muscle weakness
Diminished or absent reflexes
Cardiac dysrhythmias
Anorexia
Fatigue
Constipation
Headache, confusion, lethargy
6
Q
Hypocalcemia
A
Trousseau sign
Chvostek sign
Muscle twitching and cramping
Hyperactive reflexes
Carpal spasm
Pedal spasm
Tetany
Cardiac dysrhythmias