Misc Flashcards
1
Q
Hyperkalemia signs and symptoms
A
CNS; confusion Bradycardia Cardiac depression Cardiac arrest N/v/d- GI ulcerations Oliguria, fatigue
2
Q
Food sources of potassium
A
Bananas Orange juice Avacados Whole grains Broccoli Carrots Cocoa Salt substitute
3
Q
Calcium therapeutic levels
A
8.2-10.2
4
Q
Hypocalcemia signs and symptoms
A
Twitching Seizures Cardiac dysrhythmias Impaired growth in children Osteoporosis in adults
5
Q
Hypercalcemia signs and symptoms
A
Muscle weakness Anorexia Decrease muscle tone, lethargy Polydipsia Renal stones Coma Cardiac dysrhythmias
6
Q
Calcium food sources
A
Milk and dairy Yogurt Shellfish Green leafy vegetables Fortified orange juices Small fish with bones Legumes
7
Q
Magnesium levels
A
1.3-2.1
8
Q
Hypokalemia signs and symptoms
A
Muscle weakness
Flaccid paralysis
Decrease excitability and conduction rate of heart muscle
Cardiac arrest
