Electrolytes Flashcards

1
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HYPOmagnesemia symptoms

A

Neuromuscular hyperexcitability

May also have hypokalemia and hypocalcemia

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Causes of HYPOmagnesemia

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PCM
Alcoholism
Malabsorption syndromes
SBS
Intestinal bypass 
Thiazide or loop diuretics
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Magnesium replacement

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Max infusion not to exceed 1g per hr in asymptomatic pts

Renal Failure: Give = 50% of rec dose

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Magnesium absorption

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Takes place in the distal jejunum & ileum

Healthy ppl only absorb 30-40% of ingested magnesium

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