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what percentage of and adult body weight is water?
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60%
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If you have more lean mass muscle than fat you contain more water?
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true
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Men have more water weight then women because of the muslce mass factor?
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true
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Infants and elderly are at higher risk for fluid related problems?
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true
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Infants body weight in water is what percentage?
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80%
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Obese body water weight is what percentage?
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45%
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Out of the 60% body water weight how much is located witin the ICF and ECF
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ICF contains 2/3s of body water weight and ECF 1/3
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Transcellular fluid is known as fluid in a specialized cavity.
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info
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Name the functions of water?
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Transportation, REgulates body temperature, lubricates joints, protection
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One liter of water = how many lbs or kg?
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1 kg or 2.2 lbs
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Positive charged ions.
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cations
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negatively charged ions
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anions
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These are particles that dissolve in the body's water
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electrolytes
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Electrically charged particles
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ions
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The electrical charge of an ion is termed?
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valence
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Substance disovled in a solvent.
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solute
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What dissolves a solute?
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soultion
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This is what you get when you mix a solvent and solution.
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solvent
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The prevalent ions in the ICF are?
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potassium and phosphate
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The prevalent ions in the ECF are?
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Sodium and chloride
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the movement of molecules from ↑ concentration to ↓ concentration across a permeable membrane till the concentrations are equal
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Diffusion
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the movement of molecules from an area of ↑ concentration to ↓ concentration with the help of a carrier molecule
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facilitated diffusion
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the process in which molecules move against the concentration gradient requiring external energy. Sodium potassium pump. If a potassium ion moves out an NA moves in and visa versa
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active transport
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the movement of water between a semi permeable membrane from an area of low Solute concentration to area of high solute concentration till the two areas are diluted in the same manner.
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osmosis
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This pressure is determined by the concentration of the solute in a solution.
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osmotic pressure
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When you think of osmality in the intravascular system think of thickness. The higher the osmality means that solvent is thick. The solutes are abundant but the solution is little. So you have a fluid volume deficit. Your blood is hypertonic.
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Decreased osmality means that solvent is thin. The solutes are little and the water is plenty. You have fluid volume excess. your blood is hypotonic
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the force within a fluid compartment. The heart pumping blood in the intravascular system is This
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hydrostatic pressure
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Hydrostatic pressure in the arterial side is ____ then the hydrostatic pressure in the venous side.
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higher
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The osmotic pressure exerted by colloids in a solution
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oncotic pressure
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Shifts of plasma to interstitial fluid:
This occurs if venous hydrostatic pressure is increased/decreased, if plasma oncotic pressure is lower/higher than the interstial oncotic pressure. |
increased. lower
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The accumulation of fluid in the interstitium is known as ___.
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edema
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Elevation of venous hydrostatic presure: If this occurs the fluid movement back into the capillary is inhibited/enhanced?
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inhibited
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Causes of elevated hydrostatic pressure:
fluid overload heart failure obstruction ove venous return to the heart? |
info
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Fluid remains in the interstitium if hte plasma oncotic pressure is lower/higher than the interstitium oncotic pressure?
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lower
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Increases in osmotic or oncotic pressure in the venous system causes fluid shifts from the interstitium to the venous system
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info
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Movement of water between ICF and ECF:
Increased ECF osmality (thick solvent), is known as water deficit/excess. Water flows from the ICF to the ECF. |
deficit
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Movement of water between ICF and ECF:
Decreased ECF osmality (thin solvent), is known as water deficit/excess. Water flows from the ECF to the ICF |
excess
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This spacing describes the normal distribution of fluid in the ICF and ECF compartments
a. 1st b. 2nd c. 3rd |
a.
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spacing describes the abnormal accumulation in the interstitial fluid (edema)
a. 1st b. 2nd c. 3rd |
b
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spacing occurs when fluid accumulates in the specialized compartments that is not easily exchanged with the ECF. (abdominal caviety)
a. 1st b. 2nd c. 3rd |
c.
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This structure detects fluid deficit or increase in plasma osmolality which stimulates thirst and ADH release
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hypothalmus
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when the body detects a fluid body deficity or increased plasma osmolaity what does the hypothalmus do?
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it stimulates the thirst mechanism and secretes ADH which acts on the renal dital and collecting tubes to reasborb water
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When the hypothalmus detects the plasma has a decreased osmality what happens?
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Thirs mechanism deactivates and the hypothalmus suppresses the release of ADH which results in the crelease of urine
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An intact thirst mechanism is critical because it is the primary protection of hyperosmolality
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True
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This is controlled by the hypothalmus and is where ADH is tored and released?
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pituitary
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The job of this orhomis is to increase blood volume by reducing diuresis and increasing water retention
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ADH
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This is the syndrome that causes abnormal production of ADH which decreases plasma osmality (water excess)
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SIADH
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This hormone enhances sodium and water retention but enhances potassium secretion.
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aldosterone
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What organ is responsible for aldosterone production?
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adrenal cortex
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Explain the renin-angiotestin system.
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the kidneys glomerulus detects a drop in blood flow, the juxtaglomerual cell secretes renin into the blood stream, which travels to the liver. The liver then makes angiotensin 1 which travels to the lungs to be converted into angiotensin 2. Then A2 travels to the adrenal glands which makes aldosterone which increases the fluid volume
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This is the major organ involved in homestasis, it regluates fluid and electrolyte balance
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kidnney
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T or F. Don't ever give potassium to renal failure patients.
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true
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the average adult produces how man liters of urine per day
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1.5
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This is a cluster of capillaries that filter blood in the kidneys
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glomerulus
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Nephrons filter blood at a rate of 125mL/min about 180l per day this is know as?
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glomerular filtration rate
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These are cardiac hormones that help keep the fluid balance?
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ANP and BNP
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ANP and BMP are stored int he atria. They are released when the Atrial pressure increases/decreases.
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increases
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When the atrial pressure increases this means that the fluid volume increases, ANP and BNP is released in the system which is the natural antagonist of the RAAS. Meaning that it suppreses the aldosterone secretion so that water and sodium can be held/excreted
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excreted
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Sensible water loss is measurable/not measurable.
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measurable
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insensible water loss is measurable/not measurable.
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not measurable
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Normal fluid intake and output is what?
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2500 mL per day
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Fluid volume deficit and hypovolemia are similar terms
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info
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This refers to the loss of pure water alone without corresponding loss of sodium
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dehydration
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Are these causes of FVD or FVE:
vomiting, diarrhea, excessive laxative use, polyuria, Gi sunctioning, 3rd space fluids, decreased fluid intake |
FVD
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Are these s/s of FVD or FVE:
hypotension, ↓ skin turgor, ↓capillary refill, ↑ pulse, ↓urine output, concentrated urine ↑ specific gravity ↑ RR, weight loss |
FVD
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FVE and hypervolemia are similar terms
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info
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Increase of sodium causes an increase in water. Teach people with CHF to decrease sodium intake
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info
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These are s/s of FVE or FVD:
H/A, confusion, lethargy, Edema, Distended neck veins, bounding pulse, ↑ BP, Polyuria, dyspnea, crackles, weight gain. |
FVE
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FVE causes decreased HCT and BUN/Creatinine
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True
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Diuretics:
Not classified as a diuretic but may increase urine output. It dilates vessles that increases the blood flow to glomerulus, this in turn increases the amount filtrated in the nephron thus increasing urine output |
dopamine
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What type of diuretic is this?
mannitol and glucose. acts on the proximal tube. Hinders reabsorption of sodium and water which increases excretion |
osmotic diuretic
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These diuretics works on the loop of henle. Lasix, bumex, edecrin. Prevents reabsorption of water and sodium. Gets rid of sodium, water, potassium and chloride.
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Loop diuretic
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what type of diuretic is this?
1 HTZ, zaroxolyn 2. Act in the distal tubles 3. Retains sodium, water and potassium is lost |
thiazide
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what type of diuretic are these?
1. Acts in the distal tubules 2. Spironolactone (aldactone) 3. Potassium is spared 4. Sodium and water is excreted |
potassium sparring
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This fluid does not have an effect on fluid shift movement between cells.
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isotonic
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NS, LR and D5W are what type of fluids?
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isotonic
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These fluids are used to expand the ECF when there is a deficit
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Isotonic
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Which isotonic fluid is usually used for post op patients?
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LR
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When using blood products which isotonic fluid can only be usedd
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NS
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This fluid has a lower solute level in the ECF which causes a sfhit from ECF to ICF
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hypotonic
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These are examples of what type of fluid?
.45% NS, D2.5W |
hypotonic
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We give these fluids with DKA and people with hypernatremia
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hypotonic fluids
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This is when the concentration of solutes are higher in the intravascular system. which pulls from the ICF to the ECF
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Hypertonic
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This fluid is used in treating hypovolemia and hyponatremia
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hypertonic
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These are examples of what type of fluid?
D5LR, Albumin, 3% NS, D5NS |
hypertonic
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Name the cations
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sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium
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name the anions
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chloride, phosphorus, bicarbonate, sulfate
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Extracellular electrolytes:
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sodium, chloride, calcium, bicarbonate
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Intracellular electrolytes:
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potassium, phospate, magnesium
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Main cation of ECF
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Sodium
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Normal level of NA
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135-145
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How many grams of sodium is needed /day
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2
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This is elevated serum levels that occurs with water loss or sodium gain
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hypernatremia
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This sodium electrolyte deficiency causes hyperosmolarity. Which means the solution content is high↑ which causes a shift of water out of cells and leads to cellular dehydration
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hypernatremia
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causes is poor thirst drive, increased water loss, diabetes insipidus, excessive IV administration of NS, fever, heatstroke, burns. Anything that causes insensible loss of water
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of this sodium deficiency
Hypernatremia |
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symptoms of this deficiency is extreme thirst, dry, sticky mucous membranes, tongue is dry and swollen, elevated body temperature. Cell dehydration
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sodium
hypernatremia |
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Treatment of this sodium deficiency is to slowly rehydrate
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hypernatremia
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This electrolyte imbalnce is in the deficiency sodium related to body water.
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hyponatremia
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This sodium level deficiency causes a shift of water from the ecf to the icf.
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Hyponatremia
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Causes of this sodium deficiency is use diuretics, administration of hypotonic fluids, anything that gets rid of bodily fluids like vomiting, diarrhea, gastric suctioning, excessive sweating, SIADH
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hyponatremia
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The major symptom of this sodium electrolyte imbalance affects the neuro abilities of people. causes cellular swelling, irritability, confusion
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hyponatremia
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The treatment is fluid restriction, hypertonic fluids like 3% NS
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for this sodium deficiency
hyponatremia |
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The major cation of the ICF
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potassium
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This electrolyte plays a critical role for cellular and metabolic functions, neuromuscular and cardiac functions.
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potassium
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Normal serum level of potassium
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3.5-5
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Which organ is the primary route for potassium loss?
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kidney
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causes of this deficency is lack of K intake, use of diuretics, vomiting, diarrhea, gastric sunctioning, excessive sweating
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potassium
hypokalemia |
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symptoms of this potassium deficienncy is: Skeletal muscle weakness, leg cramps, fatigue, cardiac arrhythmias, Rapid pulse, increased sensitivity to digitalis, decreased bowel mobility
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hypokalemia
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ii. ASIC WALT: Alkalosis, shallow respiratory, Irritability, Confusion, weakness; fatigue, Arrhytmias, lethargy, thread pulse, Decreased Intestinal motility
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hypokalemia
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Treatment for this deficiency is
Dietary increases of potassium, oral supplements, IV dose of KCL with close monitoring |
potassium
hypokalemia |
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causes of this deficiency is:
cell injury, blood transfusions (Potassium rises the closer the blood is to its expiration date, K sparing diuretics, renal failure, excessive amounts of KCL |
potassium
Hyperkalemia |
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symptoms of this deficiency
Tall tented T-waves, Decreased HR, Cardiac arrest, skeletal muscle weakness, Nausea, diarrhea, parasthesia of face, tongue, feet, hands |
potassium
hyperkalemia |
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Treatment of this deficiency is Kayexalate, loop diuretics, restrict potassium in diet
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potassium
hyperkalemia |
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This is a cation of both the ICF and ECF. works with phosphorus in formation of bones and teeth.
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calcium
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This electrolyte binds to protein.
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calcium
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normal levles of calcium are
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8.5 -10.5
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Which hormone is responsible for transfer of calcium from boen to the plasma?
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PTH
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How many grams of calcium are needed daily?
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1
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What helps the absorbtion and utilization of calcium
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vitamin D and protein
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Calcium has an inverse relationship with which other electrolyte?
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phosphorus
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The causes of this calcium deficiency is:
acute pancreatitis, inadequate Vitamin D, Excessive administration of citrated blood, Malabsorption,, sepsis, drugs. |
hypocalcemia
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symptoms of this calcium deficiency is
muscle cramping and twitching, Trousseus and Chvosteks sign, tingling of fingers toes, mental status changes, cardiac arrhythmias, diarrhea, convulsions, fractures may occur |
calcium
hypocalcemia |
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Treatment of htis deficiency is
Increase calcium intake with supplements, IV calcium chloride or calcium gluconate. |
calcium
hypocalcemia |
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causes of this deficiency is:
Hyperparathyroidism, thiazaide diuretics, excessive administration of Vitamin A and D, overuse of calcium antacids or supplements, Prologned immobilization, |
calcemia
hypercalcemia |
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symptoms of this calcemia
defiency is: N/V, lethargy, polyuria, constipation, muscle weakness, confustion, neurotic behavior, cardicat arrhythmias, hyoreflexia |
hypercalcemia
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The treatment of calcium deficiency is
Hydration, loop diuretics, Fleets enema, neutrophos |
calcium
hypercalcemia |
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After K this is the most abundant cation in the ICF
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magnesium
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Normal levels of magnesium are?
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1.5 to 2.5
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This type of magnesium deficienncy produces neuromuscular and CNS hyperirritability:
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hypomagnesium
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the causes of this deficiency are:
Poor dietary intake, excessive loss from GI tract, CHRONIC ALCOHOLISM, prolonged NG sunctioning, Malabsorption syndrome, uncontrolled DM |
magnesium
hypomagnesium |
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symptoms of this deficienncy are:
Confusion, Hyperactive DTRs, tremors and seizures, muscle weakness, twitching, Trousseus and chvosteks sign, tachyarrhythmias, PVCs. |
magnesium
hypomagnesium |
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treatment of this magnesium problem is:
Diet supplements, Magnesium sulfate |
magnesium
hypomagnesium |
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This magnesium problem causes a depressed neuromuscular and CNS function:
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hypermagnesium
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Causes of this magnesium deficiency is:
Renal failure and excessive administration |
magnesium
hypermagnesium |
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Symptoms of this problem are:
Flushing and sense of warmth, N/V mild hypotension, lethargy, drowsiness, hypoactive reflexes, absent DTR, Respiratory paralysis, coma, cardiac arrest |
magnesium
hypermagnesium |
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Treatment of htis magnesium problem are:
Best treatment is prevention. May need to put on ventilatory support and given calcium gluconate and a diuretic |
magnesium
hypermagnesium |
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This electrolyte is the primary anion in the ICF
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phosphorus
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Normal levels of phosphorus is
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3-4.5
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This electrolyte is found in 85% found in bones and teeth, helps metabolize proteins, carbs and fats. Helps with delivery of O2 to tissues, helps with platelet function.
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phosphorus
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With severe loss of this electrolyte the body cannot support its energy need, and may lead to organ failure.
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phosphorus
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The causes of this is DKA, alcohol withdrawal, glucose administration, respiratory alkalosis,
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phosphorus
hypophosphatemia |
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The symptoms of this phosphorus problem include decreased functioning, CNS depression, confusion, muscle weakness, cardiomyopathy, acute respiratory failure, seizures
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phosphorus
hypophosphatemia |
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Treatmetn of this problem is increased dietary intake, phospho-soda, neutrophos, chocolate, almonds, squash, oatmeal
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phosphorus
hypophosphatemia |
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The causes of this problem is impaired renal excretion , chemotherapy, high inake of vitamin d or phosphate, Large intake of milk
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phosphorus
hyperphospatemia |
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symptoms of this problem: tetany, decreased mental status and seizures
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phosphorus
hyperphospatemia` |
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Treatment of this problem: give phosphate binding agents, restrict phosphate in the diet, identify and treat the underlying cause
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phosphorus
hyperphosphatemia |
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This is the most abundant anion of the ECF
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chloride
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Normal levels of chrlodie
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96-106
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Large amounts of chloride in the stomach is called
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hydrochloric acid
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Causes of this problem is: Decrease in chloride intake, profuse sweating, vomiting, NG sunctioning, gastric surgery, loop diuretics
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chloride
hypochloremia |
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Symptoms of this chloride problem: slow respiration, hyperactive DTRs, muscle cramps, twitching, muscle weakness
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hypochloremia
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Treatment of this choride problem is to correct underlying cause, oral and iv supplements
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hypochloremia
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causes of this problem:
hypernatremia, dehydration |
chloride
hyperchloremia |
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Symptoms of htis chloride problem
: weakness, tachypnea, lethargy, if left untreated, may cause cardiac arrhythmias |
hyperchloremia
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Treatment of this chloride problem:
diuretics |
hyperchloremia
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This is the measurement in concentration of urine
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specific gravity
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If you have a high specific gravity your urine is
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concentrated
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if yo uhave a low specific gravity your urine is
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diluted
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Specific gravity is between?
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1.010 and 1.025
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These are symptoms of what?
•Hyponatremia •Confusion •Nausea •Altered mood •Seizures •Loss of consciousness |
SIADH
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Treatment of this includes
•Restricting fluid intake •Supply of hypertonic saline •Drug doses of the following – |
SIADH
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Name some implications with FVD:
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Identify the underlying cause of FVD by getting information of recent diarrhea, vomitting, diuretic use
Assess skin turgor, mucous membranes, cracked lips, and furrows on the tongue Vital signs for hypotension and increased heart rate assess for urin output and Specific gravity weight loss Review lab findings |
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name some implications with FVE:
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Obtain history of sodium protein and water intake
assess VS for bounding pulse High BP Irritating cough, difficulty breathing, crackles, assess for peripheral edema asses urine output |
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alcohol withdrawal
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hypophosphatemia
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metabolic alkalosis
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hypokalemia
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metabolic acidosis
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hyperkalemia
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Parathyroidectomy
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hyocalcemia
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Diabetes insipidus
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hypernatremia
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Fleets enema
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hyperphospatemia
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Primary polydipsia
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hyponatremia
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milk of magnesia use in renal failure
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hypermagnesemia
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early burn stage
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hyperkalemia
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Chronic alcoholism
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hypomagnesium
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Vitamin D deficiency
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hypocalcemia
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osmotic diuresis
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hypernatremia
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prolonged immobilization
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hypercalcemia
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This is the balance between acids and alkaline within the body.
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acid base balance
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Arterial blood is slightly more alkaline/acidic.
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alklinic
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arterial blolod pH should be between?
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7.35 - 7,45
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pH is determineed by ______ ions in a solution
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hydrogen
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↑ 7.45 the hydrogen ions arelow/high
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low
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↓7.35 the hydrogen ions are low/high
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high
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What is the pH levels where it is deadly to the human body
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6.8 or 7.8
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This regulatory method is the primary regulator of the acid-base balance
a. chemical buffer system b. Respiraotry system c. renal system |
a.
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Thes are buffers produced by our body to neutralize the pH.
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Chemical buffers
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Chemical buffers are only in the metabolic portion of the sytem. The 3 buffers are
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bicarbonate, phosphate, protein
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buffers act chemically by binding to strong acids and changing them into weaker acids
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info
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Main buffer in the body, produced by the kidneys
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bicarbonate
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This chemical buffer is produced within the renal tubules of hte kidneys
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phosphate
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Increased RR ad depth causes more/less co2 and H+ to be released
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more
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decreased RR and depth causes more/less co2 and H+ to be released
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less
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blow off through hyper/hypo-ventilation. retain through hyper/hypo-ventilation
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hyper, hypo
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True or false. The respiratory buffer system is only a fast solution and short acting and temporary buffer.
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true
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T or F. Under nnormal conditions, the kidneys reabsorb and conserve all the bicarbonate they filter
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treu
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Kidneys produce the chemical buffer -_____. this buffer system is a ____ process but _____ acting.
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bicarbonate
slow, long |
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ABG
pH: PaCO2: HCO3: PaO2: |
7.35-7.45
35-45 22-26 80-100 |
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When doing an ABG we interpret in what order
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pH
PaCO2 HCO3 Compare SaO2 and PaCo2 |
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ROME
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Respiraotry opposite metabolic equal
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Best place to do the aretial blood gasses are on the ____ but in emergencies it is in the _____.
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wrist,
femoral |
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Describe the Allens test.
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info
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CNS depression we have acidosis/alkalosis
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acidosis
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CNS excitability we hve acidosis/alkalosis
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alkalosis
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acid- base balance
Causes: DKA, starvation, renal failure, fever, hypothyroidism, salicytate poison, diarhea,alcoholic keotacidosis, hyperkalemia |
M. acidosis
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acid base balance
Symptoms: H/A, CNS depression, increased RR and depth, disorientation, weakness, stupor, coma |
M. Acidosis
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acid base balance:
treatment: insulin adiministration to the diabetic, correct electrolyte imbalance, if severe give sodium bicarbonate, if renal failure dialysis. |
M. acidosis
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acid-base balance
causes-increased NG sunctioning. Prolonged vomiting, K-losing diuretics, hypokalemia |
M. alkalosis
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acid base balance:
sypmtoms:CNS excitation, irritability, confusion, tingling of fingers and toes, dizziness, hyperreflexia, tetay, convulsions |
M. Alkalosis
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acid base balance
treatment Discontinue NG suctioning, stop diuretics, IV fluids normal saline, Treat the underlying cause |
M. Alkalosis
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acid base balance
Causes: Sedatives, hypnotics, chest injury, muscle wekancess, airway obstructions, COPD(most common), pumponary edema |
R. Acidosis
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acid base balance
Symptoms: hypoxemia, tachycardia, tachypnea, HTN, mental cloudiness, feeling of a full head, dizziness, palpitations, warm, flushed skin |
R. Acidosis
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acid base balance:
sypmtoms:CNS excitation, irritability, confusion, tingling of fingers and toes, dizziness, hyperreflexia, tetay, convulsions |
M. Alkalosis
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acid base balance
Symptoms: hypoxemia, tachycardia, tachypnea, HTN, mental cloudiness, feeling of a full head, dizziness, palpitations, warm, flushed skin |
R. Acidosis
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acid base balance
Treatment: Bronchodilators, postural drainage, airway suctioning, humidity, O2 at low flow for COPD, if severe may need ventilator or IV sodium bicrabonate |
R. acidosis
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Cause of this acid base balance is:
Hyperventilation (blows off CO2), excess anxiety, high fever, hypoxemia, early salicylate intoxication, sepsis, PE, pregnancy |
R. Alkalosis
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acid base balance
Treatment: Bronchodilators, postural drainage, airway suctioning, humidity, O2 at low flow for COPD, if severe may need ventilator or IV sodium bicrabonate |
R. acidosis
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acid base balance
treatment Discontinue NG suctioning, stop diuretics, IV fluids normal saline, Treat the underlying cause |
M. Alkalosis
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acid base balance
Causes: Sedatives, hypnotics, chest injury, muscle wekancess, airway obstructions, COPD(most common), pumponary edema |
R. Acidosis
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Symptoms of this acid base balance:
Hyperexcitability fo the CNS, decrease in blood flow to the brain, tingling, lightheadedness, numbnes, sweating, palpitations, panic, air hunger, inability to concentrate |
R. alkalosis
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acid base balance
Symptoms: hypoxemia, tachycardia, tachypnea, HTN, mental cloudiness, feeling of a full head, dizziness, palpitations, warm, flushed skin |
R. Acidosis
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acid base balance
causes: Hyperventilation (blows off CO2), excess anxiety, high fever, hypoxemia, early salicylate intoxication, sepsis, PE, pregnancy |
R. Alkalosis
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acid base balance
Treatment: Bronchodilators, postural drainage, airway suctioning, humidity, O2 at low flow for COPD, if severe may need ventilator or IV sodium bicrabonate |
R. acidosis
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Symptoms:
Hyperexcitability fo the CNS, decrease in blood flow to the brain, tingling, lightheadedness, numbnes, sweating, palpitations, panic, air hunger, inability to concentrate |
R. alkalosis
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acid base balance
causes: Hyperventilation (blows off CO2), excess anxiety, high fever, hypoxemia, early salicylate intoxication, sepsis, PE, pregnancy |
R. Alkalosis
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acid base balance
Treatment breathe into a paper bag, treat the underling cause |
R. alkalosis
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