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what causes hypertonic fluid deficit (dehydration) - ANSWERS-fluid is lost
more than sodium
diabetic ketoacidosis, diuretics, hypertonic tube feeds, hypertonic fluids,
prolonged V/D
What causes isotonic fluid excess - ANSWERS-heart failure, renal failure,
and cirrhosis
what causes hypotonic fluid excess - ANSWERS-excessive water intake,
prolonged use of hypotonic IV solutions
what does sodium do in the body - ANSWERS-nerve and muscle function
essential for acid base buffering
normal sodium levels - ANSWERS-135-145
causes of hyponatremia - ANSWERS-hypovolemic hyponatremia, diuretics,
V/D, diaphoresis, water intoxication, prolonged use of hypotonic IV fluids
, S/S of hyponatremia - ANSWERS-Lethargy, confusion, SEIZURES,
anorexia, muscle cramps, N/V
causes of hypernatremia - ANSWERS-excess sodium intake, hypertonic IV
fluids, diarrhea, inadequate water intake, fever
S/S of hypernatremia - ANSWERS-thirst, dry sticky mucous membranes,
weakness, confusion, irritability, decreased LOC, hallucination, seizures
What does Potassium do for the body - ANSWERS-Responsible for resting
membrane potential
Transmission and conduction of nerve impulses
Maintaining normal cardiac rhythms
Muscle contraction
normal potassium levels - ANSWERS-3.5-5.0 mEq/L
what causes hypokalemia - ANSWERS-vomiting, gastric suction, diarrhea,
laxative abuse, frequent enemas, diuretics, hyperaldosteronism
S/S of Hypokalemia - ANSWERS-weak, irregular pulse, fatigue, lethargy,
anorexia, nausea, vomiting, muscle weakness/cramping, SLOWS GI,
hypoactive bowel sounds, paresthesia, cardiac dysrhythmias
Causes of hyperkalemia - ANSWERS-renal failure, massive trauma,
crushing injury, burns, hemolysis, IV potassium, K sparing diuretics,
diabetic ketoacidosis