Electrolyte Imbalances Flashcards
1
Q
hypocalcemia
A
increases neuromuscular excitability
2
Q
hypercalcemia
A
bone weakness
3
Q
hypomagnesium
A
increases neuromuscular excitability
4
Q
hypermagnesemia
A
lethargy and decreased deep tendon reflexes
5
Q
hypokalemia
A
muscle weakness (can include respiratory muscles which can be life threatening)
6
Q
hyperkalemia
A
muscle weakness, potentially life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias, and cardiac arrest