Electrolytes – Nursing 101 Exam with 100% Correct Answers

Electrolytes – Nursing 101 Exam with 100% Correct Answers Normal Sodium Levels *Ans* 135 - 145 mEg/L Function of Sodium *Ans* Regulate Fluid Volume Help maintain blood volume Interact with calcium to maintain contraction Stimulate nerve impulses Regulation of Sodium? *Ans* Moves by active transport cell membrane Regulated by aldosterone and ADH levels Reabsorbed and excreted though kidneys Low Sodium may be caused by excess water intake Sodium falls Water! Normal Potassium Levels *Ans* 3.5-5 mEq/L Function of Potassium *Ans* Maintains ICF osmolarity Regulates conduction of cardiac rhythm Transmits electrical impulses Assists with acid-base balance Regulation of Potassium *Ans* Regulated by aldosterone Excreted and conserved through the kidneys Loss through diuretics and vomiting/ diarrhea Sources of Potassium *Ans* Bananas, oranges, apricots, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, spiniach, dairy and meat Sources of Sodium *Ans* Table salt, cheese, milk, processed foods, canned foods, preservatives Normal Calcium Levels *Ans* 8.5 - 10.5 mg/dL Function of Clacium *Ans* Promotes transmission of nerve impulses Major component of bone and teeth Regulates muscle contraction Formation of blood clots Catalyst for cellular activites Regulation of Clacium *Ans* Combines with phosphorus to form teeth and bo