Hypomagnesium Flashcards
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Hypomagnesium
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Magnesium less than 1.6
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Normal magnesium
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1.6 to 2.6
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Causes
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Insufficient intake
Increased secretion
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Symptoms
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Tachycardia
Shallow respirations
Muscle twitches
Irritable confused
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Treatment
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Bring calcium up as well
Magnesium sulfate iv
Increase magnesium rich foods.