Lecture 2: Electrolytes & Stress Flashcards
1
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Sodium Normal Lab Range
A
135-145 mEq/L
2
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Potassium Normal Lab Range
A
3.5-5.0 mEq/L
3
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Calcium Normal Lab Range
A
8.5-10.5 mg/dL
4
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Bicarbonate Normal Lab Range
A
24-31 mEq/L
5
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Magnesium Normal Lab Range
A
1.8-3.0 mg/dL
6
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Phosphorus Normal Lab Range
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2.5-4.5 mg/dL
7
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ABG Normal Lab Values
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pH=7.35-7.45
CO2=35-45
HCO3 (Bicarbonate)=22-26
8
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Chloride Normal Lab Range
A
98-106 mEq/L
9
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Anion Gap >16 mmol/L Means?
A
Metabolic Acidosis
10
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Hypokalemia
A
Serum Potassium <3.5 mEq/L
11
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Causes of Hypokalemia
A
- GI Losses
- Alkalosis
- Hyperaldosteronism
12
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Manifestations of Hypokalemia
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- ECG Changes
- Dilute Urine
- Fatigue
- Muscle Weakness
- Decreased Bowel Weakness
13
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Hyperkalemia
A
Serum Potassium >5.0 mEq/L
14
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Causes of Hyperkalemia
A
- Impaired Renal Function
- Hypoaldosteronism
- Tissue Trauma
- Acidosis
15
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Manifestations of Hyperkalemia
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- Muscle Weakness
- GI Manifestations
