Fluid And Electrolytes

Question 1

Mainly lost after ileostomy, the nurse will monitor for

Answer 1

Potassium level

Question 2

Potassium

Answer 2

3.5 to 5.3

Question 3

Calcium

Answer 3

8.5 to 10.5

Question 4

What to monitor when client is on Lasix (furosemide)

Answer 4

Monitor potassium level, may need potassium

supplements (potential for hypokalemia).

Question 5

Sickle Cell Anemia management to prevent sickling of cells.

Answer 5

Intravenous fluids given to prevent sickling by

hydration.

Question 6

Leg cramping is most likely due to?

Answer 6

Hypokalemia and hypocalcemia.

Question 7

Development of tingling of the lips, carpopedal spasms after

thyroidectomy is due likely occurring in?

Answer 7

Hypocalcemia

Question 8

Hypocalcemia in newborn is commonly seen in.

Answer 8

Premature and low birth weight babies, because their
parathyroid glands are less mature. It can also occur
in babies who have a difficult birth and in babies of
diabetic mothers.

Question 9

Symptoms of hypocalcemia in newborn.

Answer 9

Irritability, muscle twitches, tremors, lethargy, and

seizures.

Question 10

Is a measurement of the concentration in bone of minerals

(mostly calcium and phosphate) that are vital for strong bones.

Answer 10

Bone mineral density (BMD)

Question 11

bones.
Administration of Dextrose 5% water (D5W) is
contraindicated in what clinical condition?

Answer 11

Head injury