Isotonic Fluid Volume Excess (MANIFESTATIONS) Flashcards
1
Q
what are signs/symptoms of hypernatremia?
A
weight gain, edema, distended neck veins, bounding pulse, respiratory symptoms, decrease in BUN an hematocrit
2
Q
how does edema occur in the lungs?
A
fluid accumulates in lungs, which results in respiratory distress
3
Q
in hypervolemia, is the BUN and hematocrit decreasing or increasing when both are diluted?
A
DECREASING
- opposite of hyponatremia