Medical-Surgical Nursing Quiz

Electrolyte Imbalance Complications

Hyponatremia

• Seizures and cerebral edema are potential complications

Hyperkalemia

• Cardiac arrhythmias are a potential complication

Hypocalcemia

• Tetany, muscle cramps, and cardiac arrhythmias are potential complications

Hypomagnesemia

• Seizures, arrhythmias, and muscle weakness are potential complications

Hypernatremia

• Dehydration, seizures, and death are potential complications

Hyperphosphatemia

• Can lead to Secondary Hyperparathyroidism and calcification of soft tissues

Hypokalemia

• Muscle weakness, paralysis, and cardiac arrhythmias are potential complications

Hypercalcemia

• Nephrolithiasis, bone lesions, and cardiac arrhythmias are potential complications

Hypermagnesemia

• Respiratory depression, cardiac arrest, and neuromuscular weakness are potential complications