Multiple Symptoms Flashcards
1
Q
Where is sodium (Na+) located?
A
outside the cell; major extracellular cation
2
Q
Where is potassium (K+) located?
A
inside the cell; major intracellular cation
3
Q
K+ practice implications include?
A
- closely monitor cardiac status
- 5.1 may contradict PT secondary to arrhythmia
- pt with CRF may tolerate levels of 5.5
4
Q
Na+ practice implications include?
A
- mental status change with abnormal levels
- monitor for symptoms of weakness, confusion, stupor, hypotension, seizures, edema, and weight gain
5
Q
If dehydrated, how are electrolytes effected?
A
electrolytes are too high
6
Q
If drinking to much H2O, how are electrolytes effected?
A
electrolytes will be too low
7
Q
Sarcoidosis is what?
A
The formation of noncaseating granulomas (inflammatory cells or macrophages surround lymphocytes)
8
Q
What is Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome?
A
The final complication of critical illness, organ failure.
9
Q
What are common causes of fluid and electrolyte disorders?
A
- burns
- surgery
- diabetes
- malignancy
- alcoholism
- aging
