Phosphorus

Question 1

risk factors for hypophosphatemia

Answer 1

1. vitamin D deficiency
2. refeeding after starvation
3. alcohol use disorder
4. DKA
5. Alkalosis
6. Hypomagnesemia
7. hypokalemia
8. excessive loss of body fluids: sweat, diarrhea, vomiting, hyperventilation
9. burns
10. TPN
11. Overuse of antacids

Question 2

Manifestations of hypophosphatemia

Answer 2

1. paresthesia
2. muscle weakness
3. bone pain and deformities
4. chest pain
5. confusion
6. seizures
7. nystagmus

Question 3

Interventions of hypophosphatemia

Answer 3

1. oral phosphate replacement
2. careful IV administration of phosphorus
3. Gradual introduction of solutions for clients on TPN
4. Protect from infection
5. Dietary management and education
6. Seizure precautions