Medical Terminology/Lab Values
Major intracellular cation is
Hyperkalemia requires treatment because it can cause
Cardiac dysrhythmias
The active transport process by which electrolytes are moved in and out of the cell
Sodium pump
Upon rounding, the nurse assesses the IV site to find swelling, redness, and coolness to the touch. After removing the IV, what would the nurse do next
Apply a warm compress
**ABCs
Respiratory
Major extracellular cation is
Sodium
Nurse is assessing a patient and notes muscle cramps, fatigue, and mental confusion. Which electrolyte level should the nurse monitor?
Sodium
Foods high in Sodium
a. figs
b. oranges
c. olives
d. preserved meats
e. ham
olives, preserved meats, ham
FALSE
Biologic dressing obtained from a cadaver is called
Allograft
Normal bicarbonate level
22-26
Major S/S with hyponatremia
muscle cramps
30mL
S/S of phlebitis
Warm to the touch, red streaks, and purulent drainage noted
With burn patients, most of the time their pain medication will be given by what route?
IV
What is an embolus?
A blood clot
When the nurse is assessing a patient, she notes a spasm of the cheek and lip. What electrolyte level should she assess?
Calcium
The term "inferior" means
Below
What is leakage of infused fluid into surrounding tissues called that causes a burning sensation called?
Infiltration
increased intolerance to temperature changes
9-11
If a patient's hematocrit is elevated, it can be an indicator that the patient is in
fluid overload
Foods high in potassium include:
a. mango
b. spinach
c. bananas
d. salmon
e. cheese
Mango, spinach, bananas
Prior to hanging an IV bag of potassium, it is most important to assess what
Urine output of at least 30mL/hr
Important function of the skin is to convert __________________