Side Effects Of Electrolytes Flashcards
1
Q
Hypo Na (below 135)
A
Decreased LOC Confusion Seizure Dizziness Hypotension Tachycardia
2
Q
Hyper Na (above 145)
A
LOC Lethargy Thirst Agitation Hypertension Seizures
3
Q
Hypo K (below 3.5)
A
Bi-lateral muscle weakness/distension
Decreased bowel sounds
Dysrythmias
Inverted T-waves
4
Q
Hyper K (above 5.0)
A
Quadricep weakness Abdominal cramps Diarrhea Irritability Dysrythmias Peaked T-waves
5
Q
Hypo Ca (below 8.4)
A
Numbness/Tingling
Hyperactive reflexes
Seizures/cramps
6
Q
Hyper Ca (above 10.5)
A
Anorexia
Fatigue
Hypoactive reflexes
Lethargy/LOC
7
Q
Hypo Chloremia (below 98)
A
Hypertension
Muscle spasms
Shallow resp.
Tetany
8
Q
Hyper Chloremia (above 106)
A
Tachypnea
Muscle weakness
Lethargy
9
Q
Hypo Phosphatemia (below 2.7)
A
Confusion Lethargy Seizures Memory loss Hypertension
10
Q
Hyper Phosphatemia (above 4.5)
A
Tachycardia Anorexia Vomiting Muscle weakness Hyperactive reflexes
11
Q
Hypo Magnesmia (below 1.6)
A
Positive chvosteks signs Hyperactive reflexes Dysphagia Hypertension Tachycardia
12
Q
Hyper Magnesmia (above 2.6)
A
Hypotension Hyporeflexia Muscle weakness Vomiting Altered mental status Confusion Agitation
