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Fluid Imbalances Pt2

Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances, Part 2

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Anorexia Decreased appetite
Paresthesia Pins and needles sensation due to pressure on or damage to the peripheral nerves
Hypocalcemia Serum calcium deficit (less than 4 mEq/L)
Carpopedal spasm Abnormal twitching of the fingers or toes
Tetany Condition characterized by involuntary muscle contractions, cramping, and overstimulated peripheral nerves
Hypercalcemia Excessive serum calcium (more than 5 mEq/L)
Hypophosphatemia Low serum phosphate levels
Hyperphosphatemia Excessive serum phosphate levels
Hypochloremia Low serum chloride
Hyperchloremia Excess chloride ion
Buffer Weak acid or base and its conjugate salt that resists changes in pH
Bicarbonate buffer system Balance between carbonic acid (H2CO3) and bicarbonate ions (HCO3-) that helps to buffer the blood's pH
Alkaline Basic; having a pH above 7
Acidosis Lower than normal pH in the body's fluids
Compensation Ability of other body systems to maintain homeostasis when one or more other organs are not able to function adequately
Decompensation Inability of the body to maintain overall homeostasis
Hyponatremia Serum sodium level below 135 mEq/L
Hyperkalemia Serum potassium level in excess of 5 mEq/L
Hypomagnesemia Low serum magnesium level
Hypermagnesemia Excess serum magnesium level
Diabetic ketoacidosis Serious complication of diabetes that develops when cells are forced to rely on the breakdown of fats rather than glucose, producing acidic ketones that lower blood pH to dangerous levels
Alkalosis High blood pH
Created by: KES-HFHS
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