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What is hyperkalemia primarily characterized by?
What is hyperkalemia primarily characterized by?
- Low serum potassium levels
- High serum potassium levels (correct)
- Normal serum potassium levels
- Excessive potassium excretion
Which of the following EKG changes is associated with hyperkalemia?
Which of the following EKG changes is associated with hyperkalemia?
- Sinus arrhythmia
- Narrow QRS complexes
- Peaked T waves (correct)
- Flat T waves
What initial symptoms are typically observed in muscles due to hyperkalemia?
What initial symptoms are typically observed in muscles due to hyperkalemia?
- Muscle paralysis beginning with upper extremities
- Increased muscle strength
- Muscle cramps in the trunk
- Muscle weakness beginning in lower extremities (correct)
What is considered a normal serum potassium level?
What is considered a normal serum potassium level?
Which condition is noted as the most common cause of hyperkalemia clinically?
Which condition is noted as the most common cause of hyperkalemia clinically?
What happens to the sinus node during hyperkalemia?
What happens to the sinus node during hyperkalemia?
What is a significant muscle effect of severe hyperkalemia?
What is a significant muscle effect of severe hyperkalemia?
What characterizes the appearance of QRS complexes in the EKG of a patient with hyperkalemia?
What characterizes the appearance of QRS complexes in the EKG of a patient with hyperkalemia?
What typically causes hyperphosphatemia linked to renal failure?
What typically causes hyperphosphatemia linked to renal failure?
Which of the following conditions can lead to acute hypophosphatemia?
Which of the following conditions can lead to acute hypophosphatemia?
What is a potential consequence of chronic untreated hyperphosphatemia?
What is a potential consequence of chronic untreated hyperphosphatemia?
What symptom is most commonly associated with hypophosphatemia?
What symptom is most commonly associated with hypophosphatemia?
How does hyperparathyroidism affect phosphate levels?
How does hyperparathyroidism affect phosphate levels?
What leads to hypocalcemia in patients with renal failure?
What leads to hypocalcemia in patients with renal failure?
Which of the following conditions is least likely to result in hyperphosphatemia?
Which of the following conditions is least likely to result in hyperphosphatemia?
Which mechanism primarily causes calciphylaxis in chronic hyperphosphatemia?
Which mechanism primarily causes calciphylaxis in chronic hyperphosphatemia?
What is a primary effect of aluminum hydroxide on phosphate levels?
What is a primary effect of aluminum hydroxide on phosphate levels?
In the case of refeeding syndrome, what happens to phosphate levels?
In the case of refeeding syndrome, what happens to phosphate levels?
What is the primary purpose of phosphate binders in patients with renal failure?
What is the primary purpose of phosphate binders in patients with renal failure?
Which statement about hypophosphatemia is correct?
Which statement about hypophosphatemia is correct?
What causes muscle weakness in hypophosphatemia?
What causes muscle weakness in hypophosphatemia?
What physiological mechanism primarily causes hyperkalemia during acidosis?
What physiological mechanism primarily causes hyperkalemia during acidosis?
Which of the following is least likely to cause hyperkalemia?
Which of the following is least likely to cause hyperkalemia?
What is the typical ECG finding associated with hyperkalemia?
What is the typical ECG finding associated with hyperkalemia?
How can hypomagnesemia contribute to hypokalemia?
How can hypomagnesemia contribute to hypokalemia?
Which treatment is indicated for life-threatening hyperkalemia?
Which treatment is indicated for life-threatening hyperkalemia?
What effect does alkalosis have on potassium levels?
What effect does alkalosis have on potassium levels?
Patients on which class of diuretics are most likely to develop hypokalemia?
Patients on which class of diuretics are most likely to develop hypokalemia?
Which condition or substance can cause potassium to shift into cells, potentially leading to hypokalemia?
Which condition or substance can cause potassium to shift into cells, potentially leading to hypokalemia?
What consequence does hypermagnesemia have on calcium levels?
What consequence does hypermagnesemia have on calcium levels?
In the scenario of tumor lysis syndrome, what is the primary cause of hyperkalemia?
In the scenario of tumor lysis syndrome, what is the primary cause of hyperkalemia?
What is the primary cause of hypermagnesemia?
What is the primary cause of hypermagnesemia?
What electrolyte imbalance might complicate the treatment of hypokalemia?
What electrolyte imbalance might complicate the treatment of hypokalemia?
Which symptom is most commonly associated with hypokalemia?
Which symptom is most commonly associated with hypokalemia?
What is a characteristic neuromuscular effect of hypermagnesemia?
What is a characteristic neuromuscular effect of hypermagnesemia?
How does low magnesium level affect parathyroid hormone release in cases of severe hypomagnesemia?
How does low magnesium level affect parathyroid hormone release in cases of severe hypomagnesemia?
What can trigger the sodium potassium ATPase pump to increase potassium uptake into the cells?
What can trigger the sodium potassium ATPase pump to increase potassium uptake into the cells?
What is a common complication of chronic kidney disease related to potassium balance?
What is a common complication of chronic kidney disease related to potassium balance?
What condition is often associated with hypomagnesemia related to potassium levels?
What condition is often associated with hypomagnesemia related to potassium levels?
What effect does magnesium have on the ROMK potassium channel?
What effect does magnesium have on the ROMK potassium channel?
What physiological change occurs in the kidney with Type IV renal tubular acidosis?
What physiological change occurs in the kidney with Type IV renal tubular acidosis?
Which of the following conditions can lead to hypomagnesemia?
Which of the following conditions can lead to hypomagnesemia?
In patients with hypomagnesemia, how does it affect renal magnesium reabsorption?
In patients with hypomagnesemia, how does it affect renal magnesium reabsorption?
Which drug has been associated with impaired absorption of magnesium?
Which drug has been associated with impaired absorption of magnesium?
What is a potential cardiac symptom of hypomagnesemia?
What is a potential cardiac symptom of hypomagnesemia?
What happens when magnesium levels are slightly low in the serum?
What happens when magnesium levels are slightly low in the serum?
What is the effect of magnesium on calcium receptors in the parathyroid gland?
What is the effect of magnesium on calcium receptors in the parathyroid gland?
What serum condition is often mistaken for direct magnesium deficiency?
What serum condition is often mistaken for direct magnesium deficiency?
Why might potassium levels not normalize in a patient receiving potassium supplements?
Why might potassium levels not normalize in a patient receiving potassium supplements?
What physiological effect does an acute increase in serum calcium have on the kidneys?
What physiological effect does an acute increase in serum calcium have on the kidneys?
What is the classical mnemonic for the symptoms associated with untreated hypercalcemia?
What is the classical mnemonic for the symptoms associated with untreated hypercalcemia?
Which condition is most commonly associated with hypercalcemia in hospitalized patients?
Which condition is most commonly associated with hypercalcemia in hospitalized patients?
What is a major consequence of hypercalcemia affecting the kidneys?
What is a major consequence of hypercalcemia affecting the kidneys?
Which of the following is a classic symptom of hypocalcemia?
Which of the following is a classic symptom of hypocalcemia?
What is Trousseau's sign indicative of?
What is Trousseau's sign indicative of?
What mechanism explains muscle twitching in hypocalcemia?
What mechanism explains muscle twitching in hypocalcemia?
What is the underlying cause of milk-alkali syndrome?
What is the underlying cause of milk-alkali syndrome?
What classic symptom accompanies the abdominal pain associated with hypercalcemia?
What classic symptom accompanies the abdominal pain associated with hypercalcemia?
Which vitamin D related condition can lead to hypercalcemia?
Which vitamin D related condition can lead to hypercalcemia?
Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with hypocalcemia?
Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with hypocalcemia?
What effect does high calcium have on nerve function?
What effect does high calcium have on nerve function?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for regulation of calcium levels?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for regulation of calcium levels?
How does hypercalcemia affect the glomerular filtration rate?
How does hypercalcemia affect the glomerular filtration rate?
The major effects of hypokalemia or hyperkalemia include EKG changes, arrhythmias, and __________.
The major effects of hypokalemia or hyperkalemia include EKG changes, arrhythmias, and __________.
Hyperkalemia refers to a rise in the serum __________ level.
Hyperkalemia refers to a rise in the serum __________ level.
When the potassium gets high, muscles can become __________.
When the potassium gets high, muscles can become __________.
A classic EKG change associated with hyperkalemia is __________ T waves.
A classic EKG change associated with hyperkalemia is __________ T waves.
Very wide QRS complexes are almost always due to __________.
Very wide QRS complexes are almost always due to __________.
Decreased potassium excretion in urine is often linked to acute or chronic __________ disease.
Decreased potassium excretion in urine is often linked to acute or chronic __________ disease.
In the setting of hyperkalemia, the sinus node can __________.
In the setting of hyperkalemia, the sinus node can __________.
QRS widening on an EKG is often associated with a potassium level greater than __________.
QRS widening on an EKG is often associated with a potassium level greater than __________.
An acute increase in serum ______ can lead to polyuria.
An acute increase in serum ______ can lead to polyuria.
Patients with untreated hypercalcemia may experience bone ______.
Patients with untreated hypercalcemia may experience bone ______.
The acronym 'Stones, bones, groans, and psychiatric ______' helps remember the symptoms of hypercalcemia.
The acronym 'Stones, bones, groans, and psychiatric ______' helps remember the symptoms of hypercalcemia.
The most common cause of outpatient hypercalcemia is ______.
The most common cause of outpatient hypercalcemia is ______.
Malignancy is a common cause of hypercalcemia, especially among ______ patients.
Malignancy is a common cause of hypercalcemia, especially among ______ patients.
Hypervitaminosis D leads to elevated activity of ______ in the body.
Hypervitaminosis D leads to elevated activity of ______ in the body.
Milk alkali syndrome is associated with high consumption of calcium and ______.
Milk alkali syndrome is associated with high consumption of calcium and ______.
The classic sign of hypocalcemia is muscle ______.
The classic sign of hypocalcemia is muscle ______.
Trousseau's sign indicates tetany and is characterized by hand ______ when inflating a blood pressure cuff.
Trousseau's sign indicates tetany and is characterized by hand ______ when inflating a blood pressure cuff.
Chvostek's sign is identified by facial ______ when tapping on the facial nerve.
Chvostek's sign is identified by facial ______ when tapping on the facial nerve.
Renal failure can lead to decreased activation of ______ and subsequent hypocalcemia.
Renal failure can lead to decreased activation of ______ and subsequent hypocalcemia.
In patients with pancreatitis, hypocalcemia can occur due to saponification of ______ in necrotic fat.
In patients with pancreatitis, hypocalcemia can occur due to saponification of ______ in necrotic fat.
Some drugs, like ______, can lower calcium levels in the body.
Some drugs, like ______, can lower calcium levels in the body.
Aldosterone triggers renal secretion of ______.
Aldosterone triggers renal secretion of ______.
In patients with Type IV renal tubular acidosis, they have ______ resistance.
In patients with Type IV renal tubular acidosis, they have ______ resistance.
Acidosis can increase serum potassium levels by promoting the exchange of hydrogen ions for ______ ions.
Acidosis can increase serum potassium levels by promoting the exchange of hydrogen ions for ______ ions.
Insulin deficiency can cause hyperkalemia by affecting the sodium potassium ______ pump.
Insulin deficiency can cause hyperkalemia by affecting the sodium potassium ______ pump.
A low magnesium level, known as ______, is a famous cause of hypokalemia.
A low magnesium level, known as ______, is a famous cause of hypokalemia.
Beta blockers can cause hyperkalemia by blocking the effects of ______.
Beta blockers can cause hyperkalemia by blocking the effects of ______.
Patients experiencing muscle weakness due to hypokalemia might progress to ______.
Patients experiencing muscle weakness due to hypokalemia might progress to ______.
In hyperkalemia, the classic ECG changes include peaked T waves and ______ waves.
In hyperkalemia, the classic ECG changes include peaked T waves and ______ waves.
Hyperinsulinemic states can lead to hypokalemia by driving potassium into ______.
Hyperinsulinemic states can lead to hypokalemia by driving potassium into ______.
Increased renal losses of potassium are commonly caused by the use of ______.
Increased renal losses of potassium are commonly caused by the use of ______.
A high serum osmolarity can draw water out of cells, carrying ______ with it.
A high serum osmolarity can draw water out of cells, carrying ______ with it.
Symptoms of hypokalemia often begin in the lower ______ and progress upward.
Symptoms of hypokalemia often begin in the lower ______ and progress upward.
The most common cause of hypercalcemia is abnormal ______ metabolism.
The most common cause of hypercalcemia is abnormal ______ metabolism.
Patients with recurrent ______ stones may be tested for hypercalcemia.
Patients with recurrent ______ stones may be tested for hypercalcemia.
Hyperphosphatemia involves elevated levels of serum ______.
Hyperphosphatemia involves elevated levels of serum ______.
Acute kidney disease can lead to increased serum ______.
Acute kidney disease can lead to increased serum ______.
In tumor lysis syndrome, a huge phosphate load can cause elevated serum ______.
In tumor lysis syndrome, a huge phosphate load can cause elevated serum ______.
Chronic kidney disease often leads to hyperphosphatemia and ______.
Chronic kidney disease often leads to hyperphosphatemia and ______.
Elevated phosphate levels pull ______ out of the plasma, contributing to hypocalcemia.
Elevated phosphate levels pull ______ out of the plasma, contributing to hypocalcemia.
Patients with renal failure typically have increased levels of ______ hormone.
Patients with renal failure typically have increased levels of ______ hormone.
Hyperparathyroidism can lead to elevated serum ______.
Hyperparathyroidism can lead to elevated serum ______.
Chronic hyperphosphatemia can result in ______ calcifications in blood vessels.
Chronic hyperphosphatemia can result in ______ calcifications in blood vessels.
The main acute symptom of hypophosphatemia is ______.
The main acute symptom of hypophosphatemia is ______.
Refeeding syndrome in malnourished patients can precipitate symptoms of ______.
Refeeding syndrome in malnourished patients can precipitate symptoms of ______.
Aluminum ______ is known to bind phosphate in the gut, potentially leading to low phosphate levels.
Aluminum ______ is known to bind phosphate in the gut, potentially leading to low phosphate levels.
Fanconi syndrome involves urinary wasting of ______.
Fanconi syndrome involves urinary wasting of ______.
Muscle weakness in hypophosphatemia is often related to weakness in ______ muscles.
Muscle weakness in hypophosphatemia is often related to weakness in ______ muscles.
Phosphate binders are used to lower serum ______ levels in patients with renal failure.
Phosphate binders are used to lower serum ______ levels in patients with renal failure.
Magnesium disorders often go together with disorders of other electrolytes, such as calcium and ______.
Magnesium disorders often go together with disorders of other electrolytes, such as calcium and ______.
Patients with hypermagnesemia may experience decreased reflexes and muscle ______.
Patients with hypermagnesemia may experience decreased reflexes and muscle ______.
One significant cause of hypermagnesemia is renal ______.
One significant cause of hypermagnesemia is renal ______.
Hypomagnesemia can lead to excitability resembling low levels of ______.
Hypomagnesemia can lead to excitability resembling low levels of ______.
Patients with hypomagnesemia classically develop hypokalemia due to the inhibition of potassium ______ by magnesium.
Patients with hypomagnesemia classically develop hypokalemia due to the inhibition of potassium ______ by magnesium.
In the case of severe hypomagnesemia, parathyroid hormone release can be ______.
In the case of severe hypomagnesemia, parathyroid hormone release can be ______.
Correcting potassium levels in a patient with hypokalemia requires first addressing the magnesium ______.
Correcting potassium levels in a patient with hypokalemia requires first addressing the magnesium ______.
A common cause of hypomagnesemia linked to diarrhea is the loss of magnesium through GI ______.
A common cause of hypomagnesemia linked to diarrhea is the loss of magnesium through GI ______.
Alcohol abuse can cause hypomagnesemia through tubular dysfunction in the ______.
Alcohol abuse can cause hypomagnesemia through tubular dysfunction in the ______.
One medication associated with impaired absorption of magnesium from the GI tract is ______.
One medication associated with impaired absorption of magnesium from the GI tract is ______.
In hypermagnesemia, one potential cardiac symptom to watch for is ______.
In hypermagnesemia, one potential cardiac symptom to watch for is ______.
Severe hypomagnesemia often causes the patient to develop ______ alongside hypokalemia.
Severe hypomagnesemia often causes the patient to develop ______ alongside hypokalemia.
Saponification, which occurs in pancreatitis, involves the collection of magnesium and calcium in ______ fat.
Saponification, which occurs in pancreatitis, involves the collection of magnesium and calcium in ______ fat.
Hypomagnesemia can also lead to a number of cardiac ______.
Hypomagnesemia can also lead to a number of cardiac ______.
Flashcards
Hyperkalemia
Hyperkalemia
A condition where the serum potassium level is elevated.
Effects of Hyperkalemia
Effects of Hyperkalemia
Hyperkalemia causes EKG changes (peaked T waves, widened QRS), arrhythmias, and muscle weakness.
Sinus Node Arrest
Sinus Node Arrest
A complete stoppage of the electrical signals from the sinus node, a key part of the heart's rhythm.
AV Block
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Peaked T Waves
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Widened QRS Complex
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Causes of Hyperkalemia
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Normal Potassium Level
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Hyperkalemia causes
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Acidosis & Hyperkalemia
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Insulin deficiency & Hyperkalemia
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Beta blockers & Hyperkalemia
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Digoxin & Hyperkalemia
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Tumor lysis syndrome & Hyperkalemia
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High serum osmolarity & Hyperkalemia
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Diuretics & Hypokalemia
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Vomiting/Diarrhea & Hypokalemia
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Hyperinsulinemia & Hypokalemia
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Beta agonists & Hypokalemia
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Alkalosis & Hypokalemia
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Hypomagnesemia & Hypokalemia
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Hypercalcemia Symptoms
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Hypercalcemia effect on kidneys
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What causes hypercalcemia?
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Hyperparathyroidism
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Malignancy-induced hypercalcemia
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Hypervitaminosis D
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Milk-alkali syndrome
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Chvostek's sign
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Hypocalcemia and seizures
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Causes of hypocalcemia
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Foscarnet's effect on calcium
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Magnesium's effect on calcium
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What is hyperphosphatemia?
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What is the most common cause of hyperphosphatemia?
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What is the clinical presentation of hyperphosphatemia?
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What is hypocalcemia?
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What is the link between hyperphosphatemia and hypocalcemia in kidney disease?
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How does hyperparathyroidism affect phosphate levels?
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What are phosphate binders?
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What is metastatic calcification?
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What is the main symptom of hypophosphatemia?
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What are some causes of hypophosphatemia?
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How does diabetic ketoacidosis cause hypophosphatemia?
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What is the refeeding syndrome?
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How does aluminum hydroxide cause hypophosphatemia?
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What is Fanconi syndrome?
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What is the most confusing electrolyte and why?
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How does hypermagnesemia affect the body?
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What are the symptoms of hypermagnesemia?
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What is the primary cause of hypermagnesemia?
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How does hypomagnesemia affect the neuromuscular system?
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What are the high-yield effects of hypomagnesemia for exams?
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How does hypomagnesemia affect the parathyroid gland?
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Why does hypomagnesemia cause hypokalemia?
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What is the ROMK channel?
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How can you correct hypokalemia caused by hypomagnesemia?
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What are some causes of hypomagnesemia?
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How does pancreatitis lead to hypomagnesemia?
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What is foscarnet and how does it relate to hypomagnesemia?
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How does alcohol abuse lead to hypomagnesemia?
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Hypokalemia Effect on EKG
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Hypokalemia Effects on Muscles
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Muscles and Potassium
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How does acidosis affect potassium?
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How do insulin deficiency and beta blockers affect potassium?
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Why does digoxin cause hyperkalemia?
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How does tumor lysis syndrome affect potassium?
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How does high serum osmolarity affect potassium?
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What are the common symptoms of hyperkalemia?
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What causes hypokalemia?
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How do diuretics affect potassium?
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How do vomiting and diarrhea affect potassium?
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How does hyperinsulinemia affect potassium?
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How do beta agonists affect potassium?
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How does alkalosis affect potassium?
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What is the connection between hypomagnesemia and hypokalemia?
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Hypercalcemia and Polyuria
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Hypercalcemia and GFR
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Hypercalcemia and Dehydration
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Hypercalcemia and Malignancy
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Hypocalcemia and Muscle Twitching
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Hypocalcemia and Tetany
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Hypocalcemia in Renal Failure
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Hypocalcemia in Pancreatitis
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Hyperphosphatemia
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Causes of Hyperphosphatemia
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Hyperphosphatemia in Renal Failure
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Hyperphosphatemia and Hypocalcemia
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Phosphate Binders
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Metastatic Calcification (Calciphylaxis)
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Hypophosphatemia
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Causes of Hypophosphatemia
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Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hypophosphatemia
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Refeeding Syndrome
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Aluminum Hydroxide and Hypophosphatemia
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Fanconi Syndrome
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Hypophosphatemia Symptoms
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Hypermagnesemia
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Hypomagnesemia
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Magnesium's Mysterious Nature
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Hypermagnesemia: Too Much Magnesium
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Hypermagnesemia Symptoms
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Hypermagnesemia's Root Cause
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Hypomagnesemia: Too Little Magnesium
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Hypomagnesemia's High-Yield Effects
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Hypomagnesemia and the Parathyroid Gland
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Hypomagnesemia's Impact on Potassium
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Hypokalemia Correction and Hypomagnesemia
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Causes of Hypomagnesemia
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Pancreatitis and Magnesium Loss
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Foscarnet and Hypomagnesemia
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Alcohol Abuse and Hypomagnesemia
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Study Notes
Electrolyte Disorders: Potassium
- Hyperkalemia: High serum potassium levels
- Causes: Primarily acute/chronic kidney disease (decreased potassium excretion), type IV RTA (aldosterone resistance), increased potassium release from cells (acidosis, insulin deficiency, beta blockers, digoxin, tumor lysis syndrome, high serum osmolarity).
- Symptoms: Arrhythmias (sinus node arrest, AV block), muscle weakness (potentially progressing to paralysis, starting in lower extremities).
- EKG Changes: Peaked T waves, QRS widening.
- Hypokalemia: Low serum potassium levels
- Causes: Increased renal losses (diuretics, types I & II RTA), increased GI losses (vomiting, diarrhea), increased potassium entry into cells (hyperinsulinemia, beta agonists, alkalosis), low magnesium.
- Symptoms: Arrhythmias (PACs, PVCs, sinus bradycardia), muscle weakness (potentially progressing to paralysis, starting in lower extremities).
- EKG Changes: U waves, flattened T waves.
- Important Consideration: Cannot replete potassium until magnesium is corrected if hypomagnesemia is present.
Electrolyte Disorders: Calcium
- Hypercalcemia: High serum calcium levels
- Causes: Hyperparathyroidism (high PTH), malignancy (increased bone calcium release), hypervitaminosis D (excess active vitamin D), milk-alkali syndrome (high calcium and alkali intake).
- Symptoms: Asymptomatic in many cases. Possible recurrent kidney stones, polyuria (nephrogenic diabetes insipidus), acute renal failure, dehydration, thirst. Long-term untreated: "Stones, bones, groans, psychiatric overtones." (kidney stones, bone pain, abdominal pain, anxiety/mental status changes).
- Important Consideration: Malignancy is a more common cause in hospitalized patients than hyperparathyroidism in outpatients.
- Hypocalcemia: Low serum calcium levels
- Causes: Hypothyroidism, renal failure (decreased vitamin D activation), pancreatitis (saponification of magnesium and calcium), drugs (foscarnet), low/high magnesium levels.
- Symptoms: Tetany (muscle twitches), facial muscle twitching, Trousseau's sign (hand spasm with BP cuff), Chvostek's sign (facial contraction with facial nerve tap), seizures.
Electrolyte Disorders: Phosphate
- Hyperphosphatemia: High serum phosphate levels
- Causes: Acute/chronic kidney disease (decreased phosphate excretion), hypoparathyroidism (decreased phosphate excretion). Tumor lysis syndrome, rhabdomyolysis or large phosphate-containing laxative intake.
- Symptoms: Asymptomatic but can cause hypocalcemia, complications from chronic hyperphosphatemia (metastatic calcification/calciphylaxis).
- Important Consideration: A frequently linked electrolyte abnormality in renal failure due to both impaired phosphate excretion and vitamin D activation.
- Hypophosphatemia: Low serum phosphate levels
- Causes: Primary hyperparathyroidism, diabetic ketoacidosis (glucose-induced diuresis), refeeding syndrome, antacid use (aluminum hydroxide), Fanconi syndrome (proximal tubule dysfunction).
- Symptoms: Muscle weakness (especially respiratory muscles), bone loss/osteomalacia.
Electrolyte Disorders: Magnesium
- Hypermagnesemia: High serum magnesium levels
- Causes: Primarily renal insufficiency (kidney cannot excrete magnesium).
- Symptoms: Neuromuscular toxicity (decreased reflexes, weakness, paralysis), cardiac dysfunction (bradycardia, hypotension, cardiac arrest), hypocalcemia (inhibition of PTH release).
- Hypomagnesemia: Low serum magnesium levels
- Causes: GI losses (diarrhea), pancreatitis, diuretic use (loop/thiazide), alcohol abuse, drugs (omeprazole, foscarnet).
- Symptoms: Neuromuscular excitability (tetany, tremor), cardiac arrhythmias and hypocalcemia, and hypokalemia (inhibition of potassium excretion in the kidney).
- Important Consideration: Cannot correct potassium until magnesium is corrected.
Electrolyte Abnormalities and Drug Use:
- Foscarnet: Antiviral drug with various electrolyte side effects including: hypocalcemia, hypokalemia, hyperphosphatemia, and other possible electrolyte disturbances. Note nephrotoxicity as a major adverse effect.
- Other drug classes (Loop and thiazide diuretics) can interact with many electrolytes.
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This quiz covers key concepts in electrolyte disorders, focusing on potassium levels, including hyperkalemia and hypokalemia. Explore causes, symptoms, and EKG changes associated with irregular potassium levels. Test your understanding of how these disorders affect bodily functions and implications for treatment.
