Trulearn- Fluids and Electrolytes Flashcards
1
Q
what is symptom of hypermagnesemia?
A
flaccid paralysis, hypotension
2
Q
how do you manage pt with severe hypercalcemia (>15mg/dL, EKG changes)
A
vigorous resuscitation with NS
3
Q
FENA is not a reliable indicator of volume status in what patient populations?
A
CHF or underlying kidney disease
4
Q
which organ has the highest secretion of potassium?
A
colon
5
Q
what is mechanism that hypomag perpetuates hypocalcemia?
A
- Hypomag decreases end organ response to PTH
2. Hypomag also suppresses PTH release
6
Q
What is half life of serum albumin?
A
21 days: thus biomarker for long-term nutritional status
7
Q
what is half life of transferrin?
A
4 days
8
Q
what is half life of prealbumin?
A
24-48 hours