Lab Values
What is the normal value for sodium?
135 - 145
Which two electrolytes cause positive Chvostek’s & Trousseau’s signs?
HYPOmagnesemia
HYPOcalcemia
A patient with a respiratory rate of 30 would be at risk for what acid-base imbalance?
Respiratory alkalosis
What will the BP, HR, & RR be in a patient with fluid volume deficit?
Low BP, High HR, High RR
What system helps to regulate HCO3?
Renal system (kidneys)
What is the normal value for potassium?
3.5 - 5.0
Which electrolyte imbalance can lead to dry mucous membranes, decreased skin turgor, & intense thirst?
Hypernatremia
A patient experiencing frequent vomiting is at risk for which acid-base imbalance?
Metabolic alkalosis
What is infiltration?
IV fluid leaking into the tissue
Is PaCO2 an acid or a base?
Acid
What is the normal value for calcium?
8.4 - 10.6
How to we check for Trousseau sign?
Inflate blood pressure cuff
A patient experiencing severe diarrhea is at risk for which acid-base imbalance?
Metabolic acidosis
Which fluid-volume imbalance could lead to increased body temperature?
Fluid volume deficit
If pH, CO2, & HCO3 are all abnormal, what type of compensation is it?
Partially compensated
What is the normal value for magnesium?
1.3 - 2.1
Which electrolyte imbalance can lead to a paralytic ileus & distended abdomen?
HYPOkalemia :)
pH 7.20 PaCO2 78 HCO3 49
Name the imbalance & compensation
Respiratory acidosis, partially compensated
What is phlebitis?
Inflammation of a vein
Which electrolyte imbalance can cause tingling around the mouth?
Hypocalcemia
What is the normal value for phosphorus?
3.0 - 4.5
Which electrolyte imbalance is the medication Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene sulfonate) used to treat?
Hyperkalemia
pH 7.36 PaCO2 83 HCO3 48
Name the imbalance & compensation
Respiratory acidosis, fully compensated
A patient with severe hyponatremia may benefit from which category of IV fluid? (hypotonic, hypertonic, or isotonic)
Hypertonic
What color IV is a 20 gauge?
Pink