Phosphate Flashcards
1
Q
what is the normal range in the body for phosphate?
A
2.5 to 4.5 mg/dL
2
Q
-deficit of phosphate
A
hypophosphatemia ( < 2.5 mg/dL)
3
Q
what can lead to hypophosphatemia?
A
shift of phosphorous into cells alcoholism anabolic steroid use malnutrition burns
4
Q
what are the signs and symptoms of hypophosphatemia?
A
Neuro: intention tremors, parasthesias
Mental: confusion, stuporous
Skeletal: bone pain, joint stiffness
5
Q
what is the tx for hypophosphatemia?
A
improve diet
6
Q
-excess of phosphate
A
hyperphosphatemia ( > 4.5 mg/dL)
7
Q
what can lead to hyperphosphatemia?
A
renal failure chemotherapy hypothermia excess vitamin D disruption of Ca levels heat stroke
8
Q
what foods are high in phosphates?
A
organ meat
fish
poultry
9
Q
- in ECF, bone, skeletal muscle and nerve tissue
- involved in chemical actions of cells, metabolism
- absorbed in intestine
- kids have higher levels (newborns 2x as much as adults r/t growth hormones)
A
phosphates
10
Q
what are the signs and symptoms of hyperphosphatemia?
A
Neuro: parasthesias
Muscle: weakness, tetany
GI: nausea
11
Q
what is the tx for hyperphosphatemia?
A
treat underlying disease
dialysis
