Hypocalcemia Flashcards
1
Q
causes
A
hypoparathyroidism hypomagnesemia pancreatitis renal failure severe trauma multiple blood transfusions
2
Q
S/S
A
increased DTRs muscle/abdominal cramps Trousseau's sign convulsions Chvostek's sign prolonged QT interval
3
Q
trousseau’s sign
A
caropedal spasm
4
Q
chvostek’s sign
A
cheek blink
5
Q
Mgmt
A
check pH (alkalosis)
6
Q
Acute mgmt
A
IV Ca Gluconate
7
Q
Chronic mgmt
A
oral supplements
Vit D
Al OH
