Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

IM2 > Phosphorus (reg, hypo, & hyper) > Flashcards

Phosphorus (reg, hypo, & hyper) Flashcards

1
Q

what is the range of phosphorus

A

2.4 - 4.5

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

what is phosphorus regulated by

A

parathyroid & calcitriol

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

what are the main functions of phosphorus (3)

A

helps reg calcium (inverse relationship w/ ca & mg)
cellular metabolism & energy production through ATP
essential for bones & teeth

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

what causes hypophospatemia (2)

A

insufficient intake
increased excretion

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

what cause insufficient intake of phosphorus

A

malnutrition
starvation
Refeeding syndrome

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

what is re-feeding syndrome

A

fatal shift of fluids & electrolytes that may occur in malnourished pts

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

what causes increased phosphorus excretion (4)

A

hyperparathyroidism - calcium rise, phosphorus drops
malignancy
diuretics & diarrhea
use of mg-based or aluminum-based antacids

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

will a pt’s bp & hr be increased or decreased on hypophosphatemia

A

decreased

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

what bowel sounds will be in hypophos

A

hypoactive

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

what will form in the kidneys of a pt w/ hyposphos

A

kidney stones

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

will the pt be oreiented or have altered LOC in hypophos

A

altered LOC

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

will pt have increased or decreased DTR in hypophos

A

decreased

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

how will the muscles be impacted in a pt with hypophos

A

severe muscle weakeness

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

what will have pain in the body and be at risk for more fractures in hypophos

A

bones

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

what are the interventions for hypophos (2)

A

replace phos IV or PO
Fracture precautiosn

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

what should we admin oral phos along with

A

vitamin d

17
Q

how quick should we admin phos if it’s severely low

A

slowly

18
Q

what cause hyperphos (5)

A

increased intake
overuse of laxative & enemas w/ phos
decreased excretion due to renal insufficiency
hyperparathyroidism
hypocalcemia

19
Q

what will be the neuromusc symps in a pt w/ hyperphos (6)

A

irritable skeletal muscles - twitching, cramps, tetany, seizures, parasthesias
painful spasms in calf/foot
pos. trousseau’s & chvostek’s signs
hyperactive DTRs
osteoporosis - body trying to get more calcium

20
Q

what GI symps will be present in pt w/ hyperphos

A

hyperactive bowels
diarrhea

21
Q

what are the hyperphos interventions

A

same as hypocalcium

IM2 (17 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions