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Which condition is associated with the administration of hypertonic fluids containing sodium?
Which condition is associated with the administration of hypertonic fluids containing sodium?
- Hypernatremia (correct)
- Renal failure
- Cystic fibrosis
- Hyponatremia
Inappropriate ADH secretion due to trauma or infection can lead to which condition?
Inappropriate ADH secretion due to trauma or infection can lead to which condition?
- Gastrointestinal fluid loss
- Hyponatremia (correct)
- Diuretics
- Hypernatremia
Which of the following is a cause of hypernatremia related to water loss through the skin?
Which of the following is a cause of hypernatremia related to water loss through the skin?
- Renal tubular acidosis
- Salt-losing congenital adrenal hyperplasia
- Cystic fibrosis
- Excessive loss of water through overhead heater (correct)
Which of the following can cause hyponatremia due to excessive renal loss of sodium?
Which of the following can cause hyponatremia due to excessive renal loss of sodium?
What condition can result from fluid deprivation?
What condition can result from fluid deprivation?
Flashcards
Hypernatremia cause
Hypernatremia cause
High sodium levels in the blood, often caused by fluid loss
Hyponatremia cause (ADH)
Hyponatremia cause (ADH)
Low sodium levels due to inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (ADH) secretion
Hypernatremia skin loss
Hypernatremia skin loss
High sodium levels in the blood caused by water loss through the skin, often from heat or illness.
Hyponatremia Excess Renal Loss
Hyponatremia Excess Renal Loss
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Fluid deprivation outcome
Fluid deprivation outcome
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Study Notes
Electrolyte Imbalance
Hypernatremia
- Caused by excessive loss of water through various means, including:
- Overhead heaters that remove moisture from the air
- Gastrointestinal fluid loss due to vomiting or diarrhea
- Deprivation of fluids
- Kidney-related issues, such as nephrogenic diabetes insipidus, which affects the kidneys' ability to regulate water levels
- Administration of hypertonic fluids that contain high concentrations of sodium
Hyponatremia
- Can occur due to:
- Inappropriate release of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) following trauma or infection
- Administration of hypotonic fluids that have low sodium concentrations
- Certain medical conditions, including:
- Renal tubular acidosis, which affects the kidneys' ability to regulate electrolyte levels
- Salt-losing congenital adrenal hyperplasia, a genetic disorder that affects cortisol production
- 21-hydroxylase deficiency, a genetic disorder that affects adrenal gland function
- Cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder that affects the respiratory and digestive systems
- Use of diuretics, which increase urine production and can lead to sodium depletion
- Kidney failure, which can disrupt electrolyte balance
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Description
This quiz covers the causes of electrolyte imbalances, including hyponatremia and hypernatremia, such as fluid loss, administration of hypertonic/hypotonic fluids, and renal problems. Test your knowledge of these important medical conditions.
