Geriatrics Flashcards
1
Q
What are 3 concerns following a long lie?
A
- rhabdomyolysis
- pressure damage
- neurovascular compromise
2
Q
What features would you see in bloods/urine dips of a rhabdo pt? (7)
A
- AKI (high creatinine)
- 5x elevated CK
- myoglobinuria
- hypocalcaemia
- elevated phosphate
- hyperkalaemia
- metabolic acidosis
3
Q
Investigations for suspected rhabdomyolysis (4)
A
- CK bloods (dx)
- urine dipstick (blood)
- U+Es (assess AKI/hyperkalaemia)
- ECG (hyperkalaemia has cardiac effects)
4
Q
Management of rhabdomyolysis
A
IV fluids, poss urinary alkalinisation
