Phosphorus Imbalances Flashcards
1
Q
S/S Hyperphosphatemia
A
Similar to low levels of calcium
Muscle spasms
Cardiac arrythmias
Seizures
Dry and brittle nails
2
Q
S/S Hypophosphatemia
A
Fatigue
Weakness
Poor bone
Loss of appetite
Cardiac Dysrhythmias
3
Q
RF of Hyperphosphatemia
A
Kidney Dysfunction
Use of enemas or laxatives
Vitamin D toxicity
HypoPTH
Acromegaly
4
Q
RF of Hypophosphatemia
A
Anything that causes loss of fluid
Malnutrition
ETOH
Refeeding Syndrome
5
Q
Tx of Hyperphosphatemia
A
Decrease phosphorus
Use dialysis for patients with ESRD.
Control Hypertension to maintain kidney function
6
Q
Tx of Hypophosphatemia
A
Increase Phosphate
Introduce nutrients slowly
PO or IV phosphate
Reduce diuretics.
7
Q
What is the relationship between calcium and phosphate?
A
Inverse relationship.
