Sodium
What is 136-145 mEq/L?
The loss of water and electrolytes from ECF is called this
What is hypovolemia?
Potassium
What is 3.5-5.0 mEq/L?
Acids are excreted by this system
What is the kidneys/renal system?
Fluid leaking into the tissue, skin is cool and pale at site
What is infiltration?
Calcium
What is 9-10.5 mg/dL?
To determine acidosis or alkalosis, one would check this first
What is pH?
Magnesium
What is 1.3-2.1 mEq/dL?
A positive Chvostek's sign indicates this abnormality
What is hypocalcemia?
A patient with COPD is suspectible to developing CO2 retention, which in turn causes this
What is respiratory acidosis?
Sudden weight gain, tachycarcdia, distended jugular vein, edema, and crackles are signs of this
What is hypervolemia?
This red streak follows the vein and the skin is hot and inflammed
What is phlebitis?