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Ch 42: Electrolytes and Fluid Balance Flashcards

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Purpose of Na

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Maintains blood pressure and fluid balance; regulates water in/out of cells

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Purpose of K

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Cardiac and nerve function

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Purpose of Mg

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Muscle and nerve function

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Purpose of Ca

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Bone formation and muscle contraction

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Purpose of Ph

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Critical for cellular metabolism b/c it is a component of ATP

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Purpose of Cl

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Cellular fluid balance Assist in maintenance of blood volume, pressure and pH

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Normal range: Na

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135-145

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Normal range: K

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3.5-5.0

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Normal range: Mg

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1.5-2.5

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Normal range: Ca

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8.5-10.5

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Normal range: Ph

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1.8-2.6

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Normal range: Cl

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98-105

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Fluid moves in and out of a cell through the process of…

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Osmosis

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Osmosis is the movement of fluid from _____ concentrated to _____ concentrated.

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less, more

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Describe the concentration relationship within an Isotonic solution.

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Concentration is equal inside and out

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Why is an Isotonic solution used?

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To increase extracellular fluid volume

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What are some reasons for the loss of extracellular volume?

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  • Blood loss - Dehydration (vomiting/diarrhea) - Surgery
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Give four fluid types that are Isotonic solutions

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  1. 0.9% NS
  2. 5% Dextrose in H2O (D5W)
  3. 5% Dextrose in 0.225% NS
  4. Lactated Ringers
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Describe the concentration relationship within an Hypotonic solution.

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Low concentration solution

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What happens when you administer a hypotonic solution?

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The water of the solution will be drawn to the higher concentration of sodium in the cell thus will move inside the cell causing cellular edema and eventually cytotysis

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What is the biggest danger of administration of a hypotonic solution?

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Brain tissue swelling and increased intercranial pressure, which can lead to brain damage or death.

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What are the three types of Hypotonic solution?

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  1. 0.45% NS (1/2 NS)
  2. 0.33% NS (1/3 NS)
  3. 0.225% NS (1/4 NS)
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Describe the concentration relationship within an Hypertonic solution.

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It is a high concentration solution

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What happens when you administer a hypertonic solution?

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The sodium in the solution will draw the water out of the cell and the cell will shrink.

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Give two examples that a hypertonic solution is good for treating.
1. Hyponatremia - *because it adds sodium to extracellular fluid* 2. Cerebral edema - *because it shrinks the cells*
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Would you administer a hypertonic solution quickly or slowly? Why?
* Slowly * The solution is hard on the veins and could cause phlebitus
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What solution is good for diabetic maintenance? What type of solution is it?
* D5W * Isotonic
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What type of solution is used for electrolyte maintenance and burn victims? What type of solution is it?
* LR * Isotonic
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What type of solution has concentrations of halves, thirds and quarters?
Hypotonic
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In terms of IV site prep, what does infiltration mean?
The needle has gone through the vein
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What are some signs of IV infiltration?
* Blanching and skin coolness around insertion site * Inflammation and pain at site * Site should not hurt and is an indication something is wrong
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IV infiltration intervention? What do we need to keep in mind for this intervention?
* Remove and replace IV in a different location * Don't need an order to insert IV. * Fluids/meds require MD order
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What is phlebitus?
Inflammation of a vein
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What are five signs of Phlibitis?
1. Non-blanching 2. Pain 3. Erythema/redness 4. Oozing 5. Vein distention (bulging)
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What are 5 risks/complications of Phlebitis?
1. Local infection 2. Abscess formation 3. Clot formation 4. DVT 5. Pulmonary embolism
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Phlebitis intervention?
Notify MD/HCP
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What is the setup for a blood transfusion *before getting blood?*
* Get concent * Set IV * make sure its patent (clear) * use #20 needle minimum * Vitals * taken before, during, after * Check order * Then get blood
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After setup and blood is acquired, what should be done?
* Get a second nurse * Double check medication, type, concents together * One reads, other checks and repeats
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When do blood transfusion reactions typically occur?
Within the first 15 minutes
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What are 6 symptoms of a blood transfusion reaction?
1. Chills 2. Fever 3. SOB 4. Chest pain 5. Hyp**o**tension 6. Hemoglobinuria (red urine)
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What is the only type of solution that should be given with a blood transfusion?
* Normal Saline (sodium/water) - LR can also be used, but doesn't last as long as NS - both are isotonic * Others contain additives that will destroy blood
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What do you do if there is a Hemolytic Transfusion reaction?
* Stop transfusion immediately * Replace blood with secondary bag of NS - free flow - to flush out system * Double check blood type is correct/if not return blood and acquire correct * Start transfusion with correct. * MD will direct action
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At the end of the blood transfusion, what do you do?
* Clamp blood * Flush remaining in lines through with saline * Run until lines are completely clear of blood
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What is hyponatremia? Give levels.
* Low blood Sodium, H2O excess * Level is \<135
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Hyponatremia Signs and Symptoms
* Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea * Dizziness * Abdominal cramping * Tachycardia * Convulsions, Siezures, Coma
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Hypernatremia Signs and Symptoms
* Extreme thirst * Dry and flushed skin * Dry and sticky tongue and mucous membranes * Fever * Agitation, Restlessness and irritability
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Hypokalemia Signs and Symptoms
“LOW AND SLOW” * Tired/Weakness/fatigue * Bradycardia * Dysrhythmias * Decreased bowel sounds w/ distention * Nausea/vomiting
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Hyperkalemia Signs and Symptoms
* Anxiety * Dysrhythmia * Paresthesia - *painless tingling or numbness, skin crawling, or itching of the extremities* * Weakness * Abdominal cramps, Diarrhea
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Hypocalcemia Signs and Symptoms
* Positive Trousseau’s sign – carpopedal spasm with hypoxia * Positive Chvostek’s sign – contraction of facial muscles when facial nerve tapped * Tetany, Muscle cramps * Pathological fractures (chronic hypocalcemia) * Numbness and tingling fingers and circumoral (around mouth) region
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Hypercalcemia Signs and Symptoms
* Excessive thirst and frequent urination * Stomach pain and digestive problems * Bone pain and muscle weakness * Confusion, lethargy, and fatigue * High blood pressure and abnormal heart rhythms.
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What is the treatment for HYPOKALEMIA?
* Potassium chloride * Given slowly on pump * Too much can result in cardiac arrest * NEVER PUSH ... IVP
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What is the treatment for HYPERKALEMIA?
* Insulin - so Potassium shifts back into cells * Glucose - to maintain glucose blood levels and avoid hypoglycemia Also, * Kayexalate (can be given orally or rectally) * Orally preferred unless obstructed
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Hypoglycemia Signs and Symptoms
* Tremors * Tachycardia * Diaphoresis * Dizzy * Anxious/Irritable * Hungry * Blurry vision * Weaknes/fatigue * Headache
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Hyperglycemia Signs and Symptoms
* Extreme thirst * Polyuria * Dry skin * Drowsy * Slow-healing wounds
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How do we assess Chvostek's sign and what is it indicative of?
* Facial twitches when face (CNVII) is touched * Indicative of * hypocalcemia * hypomagnesemia * metabolic alkalosis
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How do we assess Trousseau's sign and what is it indicative of?
* Blood pressure cuff inflated to 20mmHg over systolic pressure * Positive sign is indicated with finger and wrist contraction with some pronation * Indicative of * Hypocalcemia * Hypomagnesemia * Metabolic Alkalosis
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What is tetany?
Involuntary muscle spasms, which may be caused by disorders that increase the action potential frequency of muscle cells or the nerves that innervate them
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How long is an IV site and tubing good for?
72hrs (3 days)

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