Calcium 22552

Question 0

Calcium - Actions (2)

Answer 0

• facilitates actin-myosin interaction in cardiac/smooth muscle of tunica media (middle aorta)
• establishes electrical gradient to move from K+ from plasma to cell in hyper K

Question 1

Calcium - Class (2)

Answer 1

• electrolyte

- positive inotropic agent

Question 2

Calcium - Indications (5)

Answer 2

• acute hyper K in pt’s needing hemodialysis
• hypotension from Ca channel blocker toxicity
• wide QRS complex rhythms in hyper K
• Magnesium sulfate OD
• Hypocalcemia

Question 3

Calcium - Side effects (5)

Answer 3

• may precipate/worsen dig toxicity
• cardiac arrhythmias
• may cause ventricular standstill in beating heart
• metallic taste
• may cause pain/burning at IV site

Question 4

Calcium - Precautions (2)

Answer 4

• monitor VS/EKG

- do not mix w/ NaHCO3 without flushing line