FCCN 1 Exam Questions with Complete Solutions

FCCN 1 Exam Questions with
Complete Solutions9

135-145 - ANSWERS-normal sodium levels



3.5-5 - ANSWERS-normal potassium levels



8.5-10.5 - ANSWERS-normal calcium levels



1.7-2.2 - ANSWERS-normal magnesium levels



2.5-4.5 - ANSWERS-normal phosphorus levels



hyponatremia - ANSWERS-this electrolyte abnormality results in lethargy, n/v, lethargy, and
abdominal cramping; if extremely low- risk for seizures with correction



hypernatremia - ANSWERS-this electrolyte abnormality results in disorientation, thirst, and
weakness



sodium - ANSWERS-these electrolyte abnormalities need to be corrected slowly



hyperkalemia - ANSWERS-this electrolyte abnormality results in flaccid muscle paralysis,
paresthesias of face, tongue, feet and hands, and ventricular arrhythmias



hypokalemia - ANSWERS-this electrolyte abnormality results in arrhythmias, impaired urine-
concentrating ability, and hyperglycemia

, hyperkalemia - ANSWERS-tall peaked T waves is a sign of what



hypokalemia - ANSWERS-flat t waves is an early sign of what



hypokalemia - ANSWERS-u waves are a late sign of what



hypokalemia - ANSWERS-this electrolyte abnormality increases risk for digoxin toxicity



hypocalcemia - ANSWERS-this electrolyte abnormality results in muscle cramps, tremors,
twitching, and hyperactive deep-tendon reflexes.



Trousseau's sign - ANSWERS-arm/carpal spasm associated with hypocalcemia



Chvostek's sign - ANSWERS-Cheek, facial spasm when Cheek is tapped associates with
hypocalcemia



Hypocalcemia - ANSWERS-a prolonged QT interval is a sign of what electrolyte abnormality



hypercalcemia - ANSWERS-this electrolyte abnormality results in muscle weakness, arrhythmias
or heart block, and decreased deep tendon reflex.



loop diuretics - ANSWERS-this medication is sometimes given to promote calcium removal in
severe hypercalcemia



corticosteroids - ANSWERS-this medication is sometimes given to decrease absorption of
calcium in GI tract