Fluid & Electrolytes
Low potassium causes what cardiac issue?
Dysrhythmias
Normal pH range?
7.35-7.45
Early sign of hypoxia?
Restlessness
Left‑sided HF causes what symptoms?
Pulmonary congestion
Hypoglycemia symptoms?
Sweaty, shaky, confused
PPE for C. diff?
Gown and gloves
Name one sign of hypernatremia.
Thirst, dry mucous membranes, restlessness.
Cause of respiratory alkalosis?
Hyperventilation
Best position for dyspnea?
High-Fowler's
Most accurate indicator of fluid status?
Daily weight
Treat hypoglycemia with how many grams of carbs?
15 g
Airborne precautions diseases?
TB, measles
Which IV fluid treats dehydration?
NS or LR
ABG: pH 7.30, CO₂ 55.
Respiratory acidosis
COPD patients should use what breathing technique?
Pursed-lip breathing
Normal BP goal?
<120/80
Which insulin is long‑acting?
Glargine
First step in removing PPE?
Gloves
Chvostek’s sign indicates what imbalance?
Hypocalcemia
Cause of metabolic alkalosis?
Vomiting or NG suction
O₂ range for nasal cannula?
1-6 L
Right‑sided HF causes what?
Edema, JVD
DKA causes what acid–base imbalance?
Metabolic acidosis
Fall prevention strategy?
Bed in lowest position
What is the priority intervention for K⁺ = 6.5?
Cardiac monitoring
ABG: pH 7.48, HCO₃ 30.
Metabolic alkalosis
Late sign of hypoxia?
Cyanosis
Priority assessment for chest pain?
ABC's
Peak of regular insulin?
2–4 hours
Sterile field rule?
1‑inch border is contaminated