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Chronic Exam #1

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Role of sodium (Na+)   (extracellular) osmolarity, affects water distribution bw ECF and ICF  
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normal Na lab value   135-145 mEq/L  
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Purpose of potassium (K+)   (intracellular) key role in cardiac, skeletal and sm ms contraction, generation and transmission of nerve impulses  
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normal lab values of K+   3.5 - 5.0 mEq/m  
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Na sources   cheeses and ham  
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K sources   spinach, potatos, bananas, nuts, citrus fruits  
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Role of Calcium (Ca+)   (cardiac/neuromuscular function), bl coagulation  
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normal lab values of Ca   9.0 - 10.5 mg/dL  
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sources of Ca   nuts/seeds, leafy greens, fish, beans  
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oliguria   <30 cc/hr  
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intracellular fluids   fluids within cell membranes, 40% body weight, provides cells with internal aqueous medium necessary for chemical functions  
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extracellular fluids   fluids outside cell membranes, 15-20% body weight, bodys transportaiton system  
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extracellular fluids consists of...   interstitial fluid (fluid in tissues) and intravascular fluid (plasma)  
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4 means of movement of body fluids   filtration, diffusion, osmosis, active transport  
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Filtration   movement of fluid through a membrane as a result of hydrpstatic pressure differences  
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diffusion   process by which solid, particulate matter moves from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration  
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osmosis   process by which a solvent (water) moves through a semipermeable membrane from a solution of lower concentration to a higher concentration  
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active transport   movement of materials across a cell membrane by the use of metabolic activity and energy expenditure (Na/K pump)  
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Regulation of fluid intake   regulated by thirst mechanism in hypothalamus, thirst stimulated by increased serum osmolarity and decreased bl volume, water acquired from food and oxidation of food during digestion  
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Regulation of fluid output   losses occur through kidneys, GI tract, skin via sweat, lungs  
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sensible loss   perceived by individual  
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insensible loss   continued water loss not perceived by the individual  
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hormones in the regulation of fluid and electrolytes   aldosterone, ADH  
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Aldosterone   mineralcorticoid produced by adrenal cortex, causes kidneys to reabsorb Na and excrete K (increased Na causes increased water retention)  
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ADH   (antidiuretic hormone) rel from post pituitary gland in response to stimulation from the hypothalamus, increases the reabsorption of water by the kidney tubules, rel is increased with a decrease in the bodys fluid volume  
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causes of fluid deficit   excessive sweating, fever, impaired thirst or decreased fluid intake  
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specific causes of fluid deficit   prolonged vomiting/diarrhea, hemorrhage, wound/fistula drainage, burn, diuretic therapy, diabetic ketoacidosis  
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assessment findings of fluid deficit   dry skin and mucous membranes, poor skin turgor, coated tongue, low BP, collapsed veins, weak pulses, oliguria  
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laboratory findings of fluid deficit   increased Hgb and Hct, increased BUN, increased specific gravtiy, increased serum osmolarity  
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Management of fluid deficit   fluid/electrolyte restoration (oral/IV replacement), treat underlying cause  
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monitor for complications of fluid deficit   I and O, vital signs, skin turgor, lab values, assess vein filling, provide oral hygiene, ,monitor daily weights (same time) A pint a pound, the world is round (500cc)  
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causes of fluid excess   increased ingestion, decreased excretion of water (renal failure, inability of heart to circulate fluids)  
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assessment findings of fluid excess   generalized edema, weight gain, crackles, bounding pulse, distended neck veins, headache, decreased orientation, visual changes, seizure, coma, low serum Na level  
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lab findings of fluid excess   decreased Hgb and Hct, decreased BUN, decreased specific gravity, decreased serum osmolarity  
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management of fluid excess   restrict fluids, restrict Na intake, promote increased urine output, improve cardiac function  
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monitor for complications of fluid excess   I and O, daily weights, vital signs, lung sounds, edema, labs  
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ways to mobilize fluids   TED hose, turning, positioning, elevating feet  
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How to prevent shortness of breath   apply oxygen, position in high Fowlers  
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etiology of electrolyte imbalances   decrease intake and availability or increase loss of an electrolyte, increase intake and retention or decrease excretion of kidneys  
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what is used to diagnose electrolyte imbalance?   plasma levels in lab studies and through clinical manifestations  
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lab values for Hyponatremia   <135 mEq/L Na  
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etiology of hyopnatremia   water loss (diuretics, vomiting, diarrhea, excessive sweating), net water excess...intracellular edema due to fluid shofts (results from loss of sodium containing fluids  
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signs of hyponatremia   confusion, nausea, vomiting, seizures, coma  
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management of hyponatremia   restore Na+ levels, fluid restrictions  
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lab values for hypernatremia   Na > 145 mEq/L  
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what is hypernatremia?   elevated serum sodium occuring with water loss or sodium gain, leads to dehydration (excess fluid loss, excess Na intake)... increases myocardial depolarization  
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early symptoms of hypernatremia   thirst, dry flushed skin, dry tongue and mucous membranes, polyuria, anorexia, weakness, restlessness, cramping  
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late symptoms of hypernatremia   agitation, confusion, lethargy, seizures, coma, tremors, muscle twitching, rigid paralysis, discoordination  
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management for hypernatremia   treat underlying cause, 5% dextrose in water, diuretics (excrete sodium)  
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lab values for hypokalemia   K < 3.5 mEq/L  
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causes of hypokalemia   abnormal losses fo K via the kidneys or GI tract, Mg deficiency, metabolic alkalosis  
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signs and symptoms of hypokalemia   most serious are cardiac!!, skeletal ms weakness, respiratory ms weakness, decreased GI motility  
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management of hypokalemia   KCl supplements orally or IV  
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lab values for hyperkalemia   K > 5.0 mEq/L  
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causes of hyperkalemia   massive intake, impaired renal excretion, shift from ICF to ECF  
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signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia   weak or paralyzed skeletal muscles, ventricular fibrillation or cardiac standstill, abdominal cramping, diarrhea  
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management of hyperkalemia   eliminate oral and parenteral K intake, increase elimination of K (diuretics, dialysis)  
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lab values for hypocalcemia   Ca < 9.0 mg/dl  
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causes of hypocalcemia   decreased production of PTH, acute pancreatitis, multiple bl transfusions, alkalosis, decreased intake  
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signs and symptoms of hypocalcemia   positive Trousseau's or Chvosteks sign, laryngeal stridor, dysphagia, tingling around the mouth or extremities  
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management os hypocalcemia   oral or IV calcium supplements, treat pain and anxiety to prevent hyperventilation  
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lab values for hypercalcemia   Ca > 10.5-11 mg/dl  
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causes of hypercalcemia   hyperparathyroidism, malignancy, vitamin D overdose, prolonged immobilization  
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signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia   polyuria r/t osmotic diagnosis, anorexia, constipation, nausea, abdominal distension, fatigue, depression, muscle weakness  
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management of hypercalcemia   excretion of Ca with loop diuretic, hydration with isotonic saline solution, synthetic calcitonin, mobilization  
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phosphate lab values   2.5-4.5 mg/dl  
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phosphate   primary ICF anion, essential to function of muscle, red blood cells, and nervous system. deposited with Ca for bone and tooth structure, inversely related to calcium  
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lab values for Hypomagnesemia   Mg < 1.5 mEq/L or 1.8 mg/dl  
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causes of hypomagnesemia   related to less intake and absorption  
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signs and symptoms of hypomagnesemia   confusion, hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, tremors, seizures, cardiac dysrhythmias  
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management of hypomagnesemia   oral supplements, increase dietary intake, parenteral IV or IM Mg when severe  
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lab values for hypermagnesemia   Mg > 2.5 mEq/L  
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causes of hypermagnesemia   increased intake or ingestion of products containing Mg when renal insufficiency or failure is present  
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signs and symptoms of hypermagnesemia   lethargy or drowsiness, N/V, impaired reflexes, respiratory and cardiac arrest  
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management os hypermagnesemia   prevention, emergency treatment (IV CaCl or calcium gluconate... Ca inversely related) fluids to promote urinary excretion  
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