314 Exam 2 Flashcards
(50 cards)
Na+
135-145 mEq/L
Regulates acid base balance via NaHCO3
Deficit of Na+ in the ECF
Cells swell Dry skin Hypotension Confusion Cerebral edema Muscle cramps Lethargy Headache Coma Seizures
Excess of Na+ in ECF
Restlessness Delusion Confusion Hallucination Weakness
K+ range
3.5-5mEq/L
Hypokalemia ASIC WALT
Alkalosis
Shallow Respirations
Irritability
Confusion
Weakness
Arrhythmia
Lethargy
Thready pulse
ASIC WALT also has
Decreased intestinal motility.
Resulting in:
Nausea
Vomiting
Ileus
Hyperkalemia MURDER
Muscle weakness Urine oliguria/anuria Respiratory distress Decreased cardiac contractility EKG change Reflexes
What is the most abundant electrolyte in the body?
Ca+2
99% of the calcium is stored in
The bones
What percent of calcium is stored in the ECF?
.1%
Calcium has a role in …
Blood coagulation
Nerve transmission
Muscle contraction
Ca+2 range
8.6-10.2 mg/dL
Mg+2 (3 points)
Required for cellular energy
Used in active transport of ions
Needed for transcription and translation
Mg+2 range
1.3-2.1 mg/dL
P+2 range
2.5-4.5 mg/dL
Which element is necessary for oxygen delivery by RBCs and normal function of the platelets and white blood cells?
Phosphorus
What is Sevelamer?
Phosphate binder
Chloride is important because…
It helps maintain neutrality
Chloride range
96–106 mEq/L
Mild SIADH
Fluid restriction
Diuretics
Severe SIADH
Hypertonic 3% NS
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