Hypercalcaemia Flashcards
1
Q
What can cause hypercalcaemia?
A
Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperthyroidism
Bone malignancy
Thiazides (diuretic)
Dehydration
Excess calcium intake
2
Q
How does hypercalcaemia affect an ECG?
A
Short QT segment
(Can progress to cause complete AV nodal block and cardiac arrest)
3
Q
What are symptoms of hypercalcaemia?
A
Bones (pain)
Stones (renal)
Groans (pancreatitis, constipation)
Psychedelic moans (confusion, hallucination)
Decreased muscle tone and contractions
