NR324 Electrolyte Imbalances
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What are electrolytes and how are they classified? - Answer: Mineral
salts found in the fluid compartments. They emit a charge when
dissolved in water.
,*Cations:* Positively charged electrolytes.
Examples: Sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium
*Anions:* Negatively charged electrolytes.
Examples: Chloride
What are the functions of electrolytes? - Answer: Maintain fluid
balance.
Maintain acid-base balance.
Regulate muscular contraction and relaxation.
Transmit nerve impulses.
What would be included in a nursing history when you suspect an
electrolyte imbalance? - Answer: *Age:* Very young and old at risk
*Environment:* Excessively hot
, *Dietary intake:* Fluids, salt, foods rich in potassium, calcium, and
magnesium.
*Lifestyle:* Alcohol intake history
*Medications:* Include over-the-counter (OTC) and herbal, in addition
to prescription.
What would be included in an assessment when you suspect an
electrolyte imbalance? - Answer: Medical history
Acute illness or trauma
Burns
Cancer
GI output (V/D)
Heart failure
Recent surgery
Renal disease
Respiratory disorders
What nursing care would you give to a person with an electrolyte
imbalance? - Answer: *Ongoing assessment:*
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What are electrolytes and how are they classified? - Answer: Mineral
salts found in the fluid compartments. They emit a charge when
dissolved in water.
,*Cations:* Positively charged electrolytes.
Examples: Sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium
*Anions:* Negatively charged electrolytes.
Examples: Chloride
What are the functions of electrolytes? - Answer: Maintain fluid
balance.
Maintain acid-base balance.
Regulate muscular contraction and relaxation.
Transmit nerve impulses.
What would be included in a nursing history when you suspect an
electrolyte imbalance? - Answer: *Age:* Very young and old at risk
*Environment:* Excessively hot
, *Dietary intake:* Fluids, salt, foods rich in potassium, calcium, and
magnesium.
*Lifestyle:* Alcohol intake history
*Medications:* Include over-the-counter (OTC) and herbal, in addition
to prescription.
What would be included in an assessment when you suspect an
electrolyte imbalance? - Answer: Medical history
Acute illness or trauma
Burns
Cancer
GI output (V/D)
Heart failure
Recent surgery
Renal disease
Respiratory disorders
What nursing care would you give to a person with an electrolyte
imbalance? - Answer: *Ongoing assessment:*
