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What is fluid volume excess?

What is the vascular space ?

A

Too much volume in the vascular space

The vascular space is arteries, veins and chambers of the heart

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What is the first thing you should think of when you hear Fluid Retention?

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Heart

Problems FIRST

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What are some causes of fluid volume excess ?

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  1. )CHF: The heart is weak, cardiac output decreases, decreased kindey perfusion, Decrease urinary output
  2. ) RF: kidneys aren’t perfusing
  3. ) Alka-Seltzer, Fleet enemas, IVF with Na!! (All three have a lot of sodium)
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8 Signs and symptom of fluid volume excess

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1.)Distended neck veins/peripheral veins: vessels are full

2.)Peripheral edema, third spacing: vessels can’t hold anymore so they start to
Leak.

3.)CVP: measured where right atrium; number goes up CVP Normal: 2-6 mmHg

      More\_\_ volume More_ pressure

4.)BP: increases more volume….more pressure

5.)Pulse: up your heart only wants fluid to go forward
g. If the fluid doesn’t go forward it’s going to go backward into the lungs.
Can lead to heart failure then pulmonary edema.

6.) Lungs sound wet

d.

e Polyuria: kidneys trying to help you

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4 FLE treatment

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Tx:

a. Low Na diet/ restrict fluids
b. I and O’s and Daily weights
c. Diuretics:

• Loop: Example: Lasix

Bumetanide (Bumex®) may be given when Furosemide (Lasix®) doesn’t
work.

• Hydrochlorothiazide (Thiazide®) Watch lab work with all diuretics.
Dehydration and electrolyte problems
• K+ sparing: Example: Aldactone

d. Bed rest induces diuresis by release of ANP and, ↓ production of ADH.
e. Physical assessment Meaning signs and symptoms
f. Give IVFs slowly to elderly. Very young and patients with heart and kidney disease

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With FLD u should think of what 1st?

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Shock

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FLD causes

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1.Loss Of fluids was from anywhere
Examples : thoracentesis, paracentesis, vomiting diarrhea hemorrhage

  1. Third spacing( when fluid is it a place it does you no good)
    . Burns
    .Ascites
  2. Diseases with polyuria
    Example : DM
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FLD 11 S and S

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  1. Weight decrease
  2. Poor skin turgor
  3. Dry mucous membranes
  4. ) urine specific gravity goes up if they any urine all
  5. )decreased urinary output
  6. )Decrease BP (at risk for postural hypotension)
  7. ) Decrease CVP
  8. )Increase pulse but it’s weak and ; thready
  9. )Increased respiration
  10. )cool and calmly skin
  11. ) Peripheral veins/neck veins vasoconstriction
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FLD TREATMENT

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Prevent further fluid los

Tx:
a. Prevent further \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
b. Replace volume
• Mild Deficit: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
• Severe Deficit: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
c. SafetyPrecautions
• Higher risk for \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
• Monitor for overload.
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Normal action of aldosterone

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When blood volume get low( vomiting, hemorrhage,etc)- aldosterone secretion increases- to help retain Na/water which increases the BP

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Where is aldosterone found

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Adrenal glands

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Disease with to little aldosterone

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Addison

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Diseases with too much aldosterone

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  1. Cushing

2. hyperaldosteronism

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Where is atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) found?

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In the atrial of the heart

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How does atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) work?

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It’s acts the opposite of aldosterone

So it’s excretes Na/water instead of retaining them

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ADH helps u retain what?

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Water

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ADH is found in the

A

Pituitary

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2 ADH problems are?

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S I ADH

DI

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the less the urine out; the higher the _________?

the more the urine out; the lower the ________?

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the less the urine out; the higher the specific gravity…

the more the urine out; the lower the specific gravity

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S I ADH is

What are they in ? And why ?

Describe the blood and urine ?

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Fluid volume excess
Fluid is retained in the vascular space

The blood it is dilute urine is concentrated

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SIADH finding

Specific gravity_____

Serum sodium_______

Serum osmolality______

A

Specific gravity_____high

Serum sodium_______low

Serum osmolality______low

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DI is

What are they in ? And why ?

Describe the blood and urine ?

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Fluid volume deficit

Because they diuresing

Urine is concentrated and the blood is dilute

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DI Finding

Specific gravity_____

Serum sodium_______

Serum osmolality______

A

Specific gravity_____low

Serum sodium_______high

Serum osmolality______high

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Cause of ADH problems

Things invoking the head

A 
Things invoking the head 
Craniotomy
Head injury 
sinus surgery
Transsphenoidal hypophysectomy
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4 examples of isotonic solutions

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  1. ) 0.9% NS ( sodium chloride) ( normal saline ) (0.9%NS)
  2. ) LR (lactated ringers)
  3. ) D5W (dextrose in water 5%)
  4. ) D5W 1/4 NS ( 5% dextrose in 0.225% saline)
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Isotonic solutions go where?

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In the vascular space and stay there

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When is normal saline use

The client that lost fluids through_______???.”

Normal saline is the basic solution with administrating ____?

Alert—do not use isotonic solutions in clients with ______, ____, or ______?? And why don’t we give to these client

The solutions can cause fluid volume excess, hypertension, and hypernatremia (Hypernatremia is an alert only when administrating isotonic solutions that contain sodium)

A

The client that lost fluids through nausea, vomiting, burns, sweating, trauma.

Normal saline is the basic solution with administrating blood

Alert—do not use isotonic solutions in clients with hypertension, cardiac disease, or renal disease

The solutions can cause fluid volume excess, hypertension, and hypernatremia (Hypernatremia is an alert only when administrating isotonic solutions that contain sodium)

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Hypotonic solutions go where

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Into the vascular space then shift out into the cells to replace cellular fluid

They rehydrate but do not cause hypertension

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4 hypotonic solution examples

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  1. ) 0.45% sodium chloride (normal saline) (1/2)
  2. ) 0.225% sodium chloride (normal saline) 1/4 NS
  3. ) 0.33% sodium chloride )normal saline ) 1/3 NS
  4. ) Tap water
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Hypotonic s

The client who has ____, ___ or ___ disease and needs fluid
replacement because of ___, ___, ___, ____, etc.
• Also used for dilution when a client has ____, and for ___ dehydration.
Alert:Watch for cellular edema because this fluid is moving out to the cells which could lead to fluid volume __________ and ______ blood pressure.

A

The client who has hypertension, renal or cardiac disease and needs fluid replacement because of nausea, vomiting, burns, hemorrhage Etc

Also used for dilution when a client has hypernatremia and for cellular dehydration

ALERT—–watch for cellular edema because this fluid is moving out to the cells which can lead to fluid volume deficit and decreased blood pressure

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Hypertonic solutions is a

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Volume expanders that will draw fluid into the vascular space from the cell

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Hypertonic solutions 8 examples

  1. )TPN
  2. ) ALBUMIN
  3. .) 3% NS
  4. .)5% NS
  5. ) 10% dextrose in water (D10W)
  6. ) 5% dextrose in 0.9% sodium chloride (normal saline) D5W/NS
  7. .) 5% dextrose in lactated readers ( D5LR)
  8. 5% dextrose in 0.45% sodium chloride (normal saline) D5W/1/2 NS)
A
  1. )TPN
  2. ) ALBUMIN
  3. .) 3% NS
  4. .)5% NS
  5. ) 10% dextrose in water (D10W)
  6. ) 5% dextrose in 0.9% sodium chloride (normal saline) D5W/NS
  7. .) 5% dextrose in 0.45% sodium chloride (normal saline) D5W/1/2 NS)
  8. 5% dextrose in lactated readers ( D5LR)
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Hypertonic solutions uses

What is use for ?

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The client with hyponatremia or a client who has shift large amounts of vascular volume to a 3rd space or has severe edema, burns or ascites

A hypertonic solution will return the fluid to the vascular space

ALERT—watch for fluid volume excess. Monitor in an ICU with frequent monitoring of blood pressure, CVP , and, pulse especially if they are receiving 3% NS or 5%NS

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Quick tips for IV solution

A

Isotonic solutions equal=stay where I put it

Hypotonic solutions = go out of the vessel

Hypertonic solution = Entered the vessel

35
Q

Mg and ; Ca act as

Magnesiums And calcium do what?

A

A sedative

Magnesium’s and Calcium do the OPPOSITE AS the prefix…

36
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How is magnesium &potassium excreted?

A

The kidneys and it can be lost in other ways to like the G.I. tract

37
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causes of Hypermagnesium

A
  1. ) renal failure

2. ) antaacids—because it contains magnesium

38
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Hypermagnesium 6
signs and ; symptoms

brain 
lungs: 
heart: 
urine: 
bowel: 
muscles: 
reflexes:
A 
*S/S* 
DTRs, decrease 
Muscle Tone weak & flaccid 
Arrhythmias ( u could have 1)
LOC down
Pulse down 
Respirations down

b. Warm & flush

brain: lethergy
lungs: bradypnea
heart: bradycardia
urine: oliguria
bowel: constipation
muscles: flaccidity
reflexes: 1/2

39
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Hypermagnesium 4

treatment

A
  1. ) ventilator—if the respirations go below 12 which indicate mg toxicity
  2. ) dialysis - Renal failure is present
  3. ) calcium gluconate-anytime you have a client who has something to do with magnesium keep calcium gluconate available!!! Because magnesium is the antidote for magnesium Toxicity

Calcium Gluconate reverses respiratory depression and potential arrhythmias

4.) safety precautions because they are sedated

40
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How is calcium Gluconate given

A

It is administered IVP very slowly max rate is 1.5 to 2 mL per minute

41
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Hypercalcemia signs and symptoms

brain:
lungs:
heart:
urine:
bowel:
muscles:
reflexes:

A 
*S/S* 
DTRs, decrease 
Muscle Tone weak & flaccid 
Arrhythmias ( u could have 1)
LOC down
Pulse down 
Respirations do
  1. )Bones are brittle and weak
  2. )kidney stones majority made of calcium

brain: lethergy
lungs: bradypnea
heart: bradycardia
urine: oliguria
bowel: constipation
muscles: flaccidity
reflexes: 1/2

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3 casues of Hypercalcemia

A

1.)Hyperparathyroidism—meaning is too much PTH

When your some calcium is low PTH kicks in pulls calcium from the bones and puts in the blood therefore the serum calcium goes up

2.) Thiazides help you retain
Calcium

3.) immobilization–because you have to bear weight to keep calcium in the bone

43
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Hypercalcemia treatment 7 things

A
  1. )Move
  2. ) fluids to prevent kidney stone
  3. ) Phospho-Soda and Fleet enema because they both contain phosphorus

Phosphorus has an inverse relationship with calcium

When phosphorus is up calcium is low

  1. ) steroids
  2. ) protein to the day
  3. )must have vitamin D to use Calcium
  4. ) calcitonin because a drive Calcium back into the bone
44
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Nomal lab values for mg and ; calcium

A

Mg:1.2—2.1 mEq/L
Calcium: 9.0–10.5 mg/dl

45
Q

If you want to get Mg & Ca questions right, think ____ 1st.

A

Muscles

46
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Causes of have hyomagnesemia

A

1.) diarrhea-lots of mg intestines
2.) Alcoholism
Alcohol suppresses ADH & it’s hypertonic = Because it causes u to diurese
….. Not eating
…… Drinking

47
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Hypomagnesemia 9 S&S

A
  1. ) DTRs increases
  2. ) Muscle tone- rigid and ; tight
  3. )Seizure can occur
    4.) Arrhythmia heart is a muscle
  4. )stridor/laryngospasm airway is a smooth muscle
  5. ). Mind changes
  6. )Swallowing problems - esophagus is a smooth muscle
  7. )Positive Chvostek’s -Tap cheek (“C is for cheek)
  8. .) Positive trousseau’s / pump up BP cuff
48
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Hypomagnesemia 3 treatment

A
  1. )Seizure precaution

2.)Give some IV mg
Check kidney function ( b4 and during IV MG)

3.) Eat magnesium

49
Q

Causes of Hypocalcemia

A
  1. Hypoparathyroidism
  2. Radical neck
  3. Thyroidectomy

Because there isn’t enough PTH

50
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9 S&;;S of hypocalcemia

A
  1. ) DTRs increases
  2. ) Muscle tone- rigid and ; tight
  3. )Seizure can occur
    4.) Arrhythmia heart is a muscle
  4. )stridor/laryngospasm airway is a smooth muscle
  5. ). Mind changes
  6. )Swallowing problems - esophagus is a smooth muscle
  7. )Positive Chvostek’s -Tao cheek (“C is for cheek)
  8. .) Positive trousseau’s / pump up BP cuff
51
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Hypocalcemia treatment

A

1.) Vit D–to help utilize the Calcium

  1. )Phosphorus binding drugs
    - –Sevelamar hydrochloride (Renagel)
    - – Calcium Acetate( PhosLo)
    - —-Calcium Carbonate (Os-Cal)

3.) IV Ca ( give it slowly) because given it fast could cause a heart arrhythmia. Before you give IV calcium make sure they’re on a heart monitor. IV Ca will slow this person down because Ca acts as a seditive. This could cause a widening if the QRS complex

52
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Your sodium level in your blood is totally dependent on what

A

How much water you have in your body

53
Q

Normal Lab Values

Sodium:

A

Sodium: 135-145 mEq/L

54
Q

4 Causes of Hypernatremia

A
  1. DI
  2. Heat stroke m
  3. ) hyperventilation: every time you exhale you’re losing water aka insensible fluid loss
  4. )VOMITING & diarrhea
55
Q

Hypernatremia s/s

A 
. S/S: 
a. Dry mouth 
b. Thirsty-already dehydrated 
by the time you’re thirsty    
c. Swollen tongue   ( only in severe cases)

TESTING STRATEGY
Neuro changes: The brain doesn’t like it when the Na’s messed up.
this sign and symptom is common in a client with hypernatremia or hyponatremia

56
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Hypernatremia treatment

A 
Tx: 
a. Restrict Na
b. Dilute client with IV fluids. 
Diluting makes serum Na 
go down

(If you’ve got a Na problem you have a fluid problem

c. Daily weights
d. I & O
e. Lab work (every day for potassium and sodium)

Case in Point: Feeding tube clients tend to get up

57
Q

Hyponatremia causes

A

Causes:

1.)SIADH Retaining water

2.) D5W
(sugar & water)

3..)a. Drinking H2O
 for fluid replacement (vomiting, 
sweating) 
• This only replaces water 
and dilutesDroplet the blood.

4.)Psychogenic polydipsia:
loves to drink water

58
Q

Hyponatremia signs and symptoms

A

S/S:

a. Headache
b. Seizure
c. Coma

TESTING STRATEGY
Neuro changes: The brain doesn’t like it when the Na’s messed up.
this sign and symptom is common in a client with hypernatremia or hyponatremia

59
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Hyponatremia treatment

A 
Tx: 
a. Client needs 
Na. 
b. Client doesn’t need 
Water
c. If having neuro problems: 
needs hypertonic saline 
• Means “packed with 
particles” 
• 3% NS or 5% NS
60
Q

Normal Lab Values

Potassium:

A

Potassium: 3.5-5.0 mEq/L

61
Q

Potassium And manganese Is Excreted by the

A

the kidneys

62
Q

If the kidneys are not working well, the serum potassium will go

A

Up

63
Q

Hyperkalemia

Causes:

A 
Hyperkalemia 
1. Causes: 
a. Kidney trouble 
b. Aldactone- makes you retain 
Potassium.
64
Q

Hyperkalemia S/S

brain:
lungs:
heart:
urine:
bowel:,
muscles:
reflexes:

A

S/S:

a. Begins with muscle twitching
b. Then proceeds to weakness
c. Then flaccid paralysis

brain: irritability, restlessness, agitation…
lungs: tachypnea
heart: Bradycardia
urine: oliguria
bowel: diarhhea, borborygmi
muscles: spasticity
reflexes: +3/+4

65
Q

What do Kalemias do? Except for what ?

A

Kalemias do the SAME AS the prefix, except for heart rate and ; urine output!!

66
Q

Hyperkalemia 4 thing for treatment

A
  1. ) dialysis
  2. ) calcium gluconate
  3. )glucose and insulin

4.) Sodium Polystyrene
Sulfonate (Kayexalate®

67
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Hyperkalemia treatment

  1. )why would the patient be on dialysis?
  2. ) why would the patient need calcium gluconate?
  3. ) why would a patient need insulin and glucose?
  4. ) Why would The patient need Kayexalate?
  5. ) Whats fastest way to lower potassium?!?!
A 
Dialysis- Kidneys aren’t 
working 
b. Calcium gluconate 
decreases 
Arrhythmias_. 
c. Glucose and insulin 
Insulin carries glucose&; 
Potassium into the cell.  So Serum potassium will drop
Any time you give IV insulin 
worry about  hypokalemia
& hypoglycemia. 
d) . Sodium Polystyrene 
Sulfonate (Kayexalate®-only give mean when someone already has  hyperkalemia. It exchanges potassium for sodium in the G.I. tract

“K exits late

Give D5W with REGULAR insulin (drive potassium
into the cell & out of the blood) temporary/fast!!! “enters early

68
Q

Sodium and potassium have what kind of relationship

A

Inverse

69
Q

Hypokalemia 4causes

A

a. Vomiting
b. NG suction because We have lots of K+ in our
stomach
c. Diuretics
d. Not eating

70
Q

Hypokalemia S/S

brain:
lungs:
heart:
urine:
bowel:
muscles:
Reflexes

A

S/S:

a. Muscle cramps
b. Weakness

brain: lethergy
lungs: bradypnea
heart: tachycardia
urine: polyuria
bowel: constipation
muscles: flaccidity
Reflexes : Hyporeflexia

71
Q

Hypokalemia treatment

A 
Tx: 
a. Give IV potassium. 
b.Eat more potassium. 
C. Aldactone makes them retain 
Some potassium.
72
Q

6 has Miscellaneous Information about potassium

A

Major problem with PO K+?

  1. ) Mix well
  2. ) Give it with food can cause GI upset
  3. ) Always put IV K+ on a pump
  4. ) Never give IV K+ push!
  5. ) Assess UO before/during IV K+.
  6. ) Burns during infusion

7.) -NEVER more than 40 of K per liter of IV fluid.. If more than 40, question & clarify with
DOC first!

73
Q

7 ECG changes with hyperkalemia

A
  1. )bradycardia,
  2. ) tall and peaked T waves,
  3. )prolonged PR intervals,
  4. )flat or absent P waves,
  5. )widened QRS,
  6. ) conduction blocks,
  7. )ventricular fibrillation.
74
Q

ECG changes with hypokalemia:

A

U waves,
PVCs,
ventricular tachycardia

75
Q

Hypernatremia equals

A

Dehydration too much sodium not enough watering

76
Q

earliest sign of any electrolyte disorder

A

NUMBNESS & TINGLING (paresthesia)

77
Q

(paresthesia) =

A

NUMBNESS &; TINGLING (paresthesia)

78
Q

“circumoral” =

A

“circumoral” = numb & tingling lips

79
Q

(paresis)=

A

MUSCLE weakness

80
Q

UNIVERSAL sign of any electrolyte disorder =

A

UNIVERSAL sign of any electrolyte disorder = MUSCLE weakness (paresis

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