electrolyte disturbances Flashcards
1
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Sx of low sodium
A
- confusion
- dizziness
- urinary Sx - dehydration, urine output affected
- convulsions/seizures - severe
2
Q
Sx of high sodium - hypernatraemia
A
- thirst
- decreased urination
- vomiting
- diarrhoea
- confusion
- muscle twitching
- seizures
3
Q
Sx of high potassium - hyperkalaemia
A
- palpitations/arrhythmias
- muscle pain & weakness
- fatigue
- nausea
4
Q
Sx of low potassium - hypokalaemia
A
- palpitations
- muscle weakness/spasms
- tingling/numbness
- constipation
- fatigue
5
Q
Sx of high magnesium
A
- hypotension
- N&V
- diarrhoea
6
Q
Sx of low magnesium
A
- muscle twitching - eye twitching (nystagmus)
- N&V
- fatigue
- decreased appetite
- abnormal heart rhythm
- PPIs**
