Electrolyte function and normal levels Flashcards

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Normal level: 136-145 mEq/L
-principal ion responsible for resting membrane potential of cells
-essential in depolarization needed for nerve and muscle contraction
-principal cation of the ECF
-Na-K pump essential for producing body heat

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Sodium (Na)

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Normal level: 3.5-5mEq/L
-produces resting membrane potentials and action potentials of nerve and muscle cells
-principal cation of the ICF and responsible for intracellular osmolarity
-essential component of Na-K pump and involved in protein synthesis

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Potassium

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Normal level: 9-10.5mEq/L
-primary component of bones and teeth
-plays role in blood clotting
-nerve impulse transmission
-cardiac conduction
-muscle contraction

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Calcium

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Normal level: 1.5-2.5 mEq/L
-found inside cells
-key role in production and use of ATP
-helps regulate intracellular metabolism by activation of enzymes
-required for synthesis of nucleic acids and proteins
-helps maintain normal serum and calcium levels

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Magnesium

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Normal level: 98-106 mEq/L
-most abundant ion in the ECF
-maintains serum osmolarity
-required for formation of stomach hydrochloric acid
-buffering role in acid-base balance

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Chloride

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Normal level: 3-4.5mEq/L
-most abundant ion in ICF\
-helps maintain bone and teeth structure
-role in cellular metabolism and ATP production
-essential for carbohydrate metabolism

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Phosphate

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7
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What are normal levels for sodium?

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136-145mEq/L

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8
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What are normal levels for potassium?

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3.5-5mEq/L

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9
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What are normal levels for calcium?

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9-10.5mEq/L

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10
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What are normal levels for magnesium?

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1.3-2.1mEq/L

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What are normal levels for chloride?

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98-106mEq/L

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12
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What are normal levels for phosphate?

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3-4.5mEq/L

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