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What is the primary action taken to manage hyponatremia?
What is the primary action taken to manage hyponatremia?
What are the signs and symptoms of hypernatremia?
What are the signs and symptoms of hypernatremia?
Which of the following conditions may cause hypernatremia?
Which of the following conditions may cause hypernatremia?
What diuretic is specifically mentioned for increasing sodium loss in the urine?
What diuretic is specifically mentioned for increasing sodium loss in the urine?
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What should be avoided in the management of hypernatremia?
What should be avoided in the management of hypernatremia?
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What is the correct treatment for SIADH?
What is the correct treatment for SIADH?
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Hypernatremia is defined as sodium levels greater than 135 mEq/L.
Hypernatremia is defined as sodium levels greater than 135 mEq/L.
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What is the normal range for potassium in mEq/L?
What is the normal range for potassium in mEq/L?
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The symptoms of hypernatremia include __________ and agitation.
The symptoms of hypernatremia include __________ and agitation.
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Match each cause of hypernatremia with its description:
Match each cause of hypernatremia with its description:
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Study Notes
Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
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SIADH (Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone): Excessive antidiuretic hormone (ADH) production by the posterior pituitary gland (hypophysis). A hypophysectomy (surgical removal of the pituitary gland) can be a cause.
- Management: Increased oral sodium intake, decreased fluid intake, diuretics if hypervolemia present, ADH antagonists (e.g., tolvaptan/SANSCA). If due to hypovolemia, IV NaCl infusions at a slow rate or only in critical situations, to avoid fluid overload. Monitor closely and avoid rapid administration. Sodium capsules (similar to mothballs), and hypertonic saline solutions are used.
- Treatment: Sodium capsules, hypertonic saline solutions.
Hypernatremia (>145 mEq/L)
- Definition: Sodium levels greater than 145 milliequivalents per liter.
- Causes: Increased oral/IV sodium intake (especially rapid intravenous solutions, check for patient sodium intake with PNSS). Excess hypertonic IV fluids, fever, watery diarrhea, dehydration, overproduction of aldosterone (Cushing's syndrome), gastrointestinal tube feedings, and impaired thirst.
- Signs and Symptoms: Thirst, agitation, confusion, irritability, restlessness, hypertension, fluid retention, and decreased urine output.
- Management: Decrease oral sodium intake. If due to fluid loss, administer IV infusions slowly to avoid cerebral edema. If due to decreased sodium excretion, provide diuretics that increase sodium loss (e.g., tolvaptan/SANSCA).
Hyponatremia
- Avoid this condition.
Hypernatremia: Food Sources
- High sodium foods include soups, canned foods, ham, bacon, sausage, processed foods, cheese, dressings, pizza, hot dogs, and cold cuts.
Potassium
- Symbol: K (Kalium)
- Function: Major intracellular cation, regulates fluid balance, muscle contractions, blood pressure, and nerve impulse transmission.
- Normal Value (NV): 3.5 - 5 mEq/L.
- Inverse Relationship: Inverse relationship with sodium.
- Similarities: Similar functions to magnesium.
- Hypokalemia: A possible issue associated with Potassium imbalances.
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Test your knowledge on fluid and electrolyte imbalances, specifically focusing on conditions like SIADH and hypernatremia. This quiz covers definitions, management strategies, and symptoms related to these imbalances. Ideal for nursing or medical students looking to reinforce their understanding of electrolyte disorders.
