Electrolyte Imbalances Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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Symptoms of hyponatremia
A
Confusion Tired Abdominal cramps Crave salt Seizures
2
Q
Symptoms of hypernatremia
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Crave water
Weakness
Decrease LOC
3
Q
Symptoms of hypokalemia
A
Leg cramps
Decreased GI motility
Decreased DTR
U-wave
4
Q
Symptoms of hyperkalemia
A
Cardiac arrest
Muscle weakness
Increased GI motility
5
Q
Symptoms of hypocalcemia
A
Weak bones
Severe muscle cramps
Increased DTR
Trousseau & Chvostek
6
Q
Symptoms of hypercalcemia
A
Lethargy
Bone pain
Decreased DTR
7
Q
Symptoms of hypomagnesemia
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Tremors
Increased reflexes
Tachycardia
Confusion
8
Q
Symptoms of hypermagnesemia
A
Vasodilation N/V Decreased DTR Hypotension Cardiac arrest
