NURS 3304 CLINICAL
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY EXAM 1 Questions
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Hyponatremia
Ans: Causes:
- Decreased Na+ intake
- SIADH
- Diuretics
Manifestations:
- Cell swelling
- Coma
- Headache
- Muscle weakness
- Decreased thirst
Hypernatremia
Ans: Causes:
- Dehydration
- Increased Na+ intake
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- Decreased ADH
- DI
Manifestations:
- Cell shrinking
- Low urine output
- Increased thirst
- Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Ans: Causes:
- Alkalosis
- Vomiting
- Gastric suction
- Diuretic therapy
Manifestations:
- Low T wave
- Prominent U wave - cardiac arrhythmia
Hyperkalemia
Ans: Causes:
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- Acidosis
- Renal failure
- Hypoaldosteronism
Manifestations:
- Peaked T wave (cardiac depression)
Hypocalcemia
Ans: Causes:
- Hypoparathyroidism
- Vit D deficiency
- Hypoalbuminemia
- Liver disease
Manifestations:
- Tetany
- Increased neuromuscular activity
Hypercalcemia
Ans: Causes:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Immobility
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