Phosphate Metabolism Flashcards
1
Q
Phosphate serum level
A
2.5-4.5
2
Q
Phosphate and calcium
A
Inversely related
3
Q
Hypophosphatemia
A
Serum phosphate<2.5meq/l
4
Q
Causes of hypophosphatemia
A
Overintake of carbs
Protein calorie malnutrition. Ie alcoholism,anorexia
5
Q
Clinical manifestation
A
Coma Mucsle weaness Irritability Fatigue Confusion Numbness
6
Q
Treatment
A
Iv phosphorus
Prevent infection
Monitor phosphorus level
Oral intake of phosphorus rich foods. Ie milk poultry fish nuts whole grain
7
Q
Hyperphosphatemia
A
Serum phosphate>4.5
8
Q
Causes of hyperphosphatemia
A
Renal failuire
Chemotherapy
Hypoparathyroidsm
High phosphate intake
9
Q
Manifestation of hyperphosphatemia
A
Tetany
Muscle weakness
10
Q
Treatment of hyperphoaphatemia
A
Avoid phosphorus rich foos
Treat underlying cause
