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What are the five functions of calcium in the body?
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1.) Bone formation
2.) Coagulation of blood 3.) Excitation of cardiac and skeletal muscle. 4.) Conduction of neuromuscular impulses. 5.) Synthesis and regulation of endocrine and exocrine glands. |
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What is fluid volume deficit?
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The body's fluid intake is not sufficient to meet the body's fluid needs.
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What is fluid volume excess?
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Fluid intake or retention exceeds the body's fluid needs; overhydration or fluid overload.
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When is a patient considered hypercalcemic?
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When the serum calcium level exceeds 10mg/dL.
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When is a patient considered hyperkalemic?
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When the serum potassium levels exceeds 5.1 mEq/L.
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When is a patient considered hypernatremic?
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When the serum sodium level exceeds 145 mEq/L.
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When is a patient considered hypermagnesemic?
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When the serum sodium level exceeds 2.6 mg/dL.
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When is a patient considered hypocalcemic?
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When the serum calcium level that is below 8.6 mg/dL.
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When is a patient considered hypokalemic?
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When the serum potassium level is below 3.5 mEq/L.
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When is a patient considered hypomagnesemic?
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When the serum magnesium level is below 1.6 mg/dL.
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When is a patient considered hyponatremic?
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When the serum sodium level is below 135 mEq/dL.
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When is a patient considered hypophosphatemic?
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When the serum phosphorus level is below 2.7 mg/dL.
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What are the two major functions of mineral electrolyte sodium?
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To maintain osmotic pressure, acid base balance, and to transmit nerve impulses.
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