Normal Electrolyte Levels Flashcards
What is the normal range for Sodium (Na+) in mEq/L?
135-145 mEq/L
True or False: Hyperkalemia refers to low potassium levels.
False
What is the normal range for Potassium (K+) in mEq/L?
3.5-5.0 mEq/L
Fill in the blank: The normal range for Calcium (Ca2+) is ___ mg/dL.
8.5-10.5 mg/dL
What electrolyte is primarily responsible for muscle contraction?
Calcium (Ca2+)
What is the normal range for Magnesium (Mg2+) in mEq/L?
1.5-2.5 mEq/L
True or False: Chloride (Cl-) levels normally range from 95-105 mEq/L.
True
What is the normal range for Phosphate (PO4^3-) in mg/dL?
2.5-4.5 mg/dL
What condition is indicated by low sodium levels?
Hyponatremia
What is the normal range for Bicarbonate (HCO3-) in mEq/L?
22-26 mEq/L
Fill in the blank: The normal range for Serum Osmolality is ___ mOsm/kg.
280-300 mOsm/kg
What electrolyte imbalance is characterized by high potassium levels?
Hyperkalemia
True or False: Hypocalcemia is associated with high calcium levels.
False
What is the normal range for Total Protein in g/dL?
6.0-8.0 g/dL
What role does Sodium (Na+) play in the body?
Regulates fluid balance and is essential for nerve transmission.
What is the normal range for Chloride (Cl-) in mEq/L?
95-105 mEq/L
What is the main function of Magnesium (Mg2+) in the body?
Involved in over 300 biochemical reactions including muscle and nerve function.
Fill in the blank: The normal range for Glucose is ___ mg/dL.
70-100 mg/dL
True or False: Hyperphosphatemia is characterized by low phosphate levels.
False
What electrolyte is most abundant in extracellular fluid?
Sodium (Na+)
What is the normal range for Serum Creatinine in mg/dL?
0.6-1.2 mg/dL
What does a high Bicarbonate (HCO3-) level indicate?
Metabolic alkalosis
What is the normal range for Urea Nitrogen (BUN) in mg/dL?
7-20 mg/dL
What is the significance of monitoring electrolyte levels in patients?
To prevent or manage complications related to imbalances.
