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Electrolyte Imbalances
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WHO TO BLAME?
SYMPTOMS
- Underlying Diseases
- Dehydration
- Excessive Vomiting
- Excessive Sweating
- Diarrhea
(In some cases, symptoms may appear absent.)
MOST COMMON
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Muscle Weakness/Cramps
- Diarrhea/Constipation
- Confusion
CAUSES*
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Bradycardia
- Tachycardia
- Fatigue
- Seizures
ELECTROLYTE IMBALANCES
ASSOCIATED CONDITIONS
What is an electrolyte imbalance?
*electrolytes are natural occurring elements/compounds in the body.
SO,
an imbalance occurs when the levels of electrolytes in your body are either too high, or too low.
SEIZURE
COMA
CARDIAC
ARREST
OH MY!
HYPO-
HYPER-
hypercalcemia hypocalcemia
hyperchloremia hypochloremia
hypermagnesemia hypomagnesemia
hyperphosphatemia hypophosphatemia
hyperkalemia hypokalemia
hypernatremia hyponatremia
Examples of Electrolytes
- calcium
- chloride
- magnesium
- phosphate
- potassium
- sodium
*present in blood and bodily fluids as well as food and drinks
TREATMENT
restoration of minerals to proper balance
ORAL MEDS
IV FLUIDS
sodium chloride; rehydrate
chronic conditions
SUPPLEMENTS
Toni Pearce
DIALYSIS
IV MEDS
hemodialysis
REFERENCES
1. Kear, T. M. (2017). Fluid and Electrolyte Management Across the Age Continuum. Nephrology Nursing Journal, 44(6), 491-497.
2. https://www.healthline.com/health/electrolyte-disorders#causes
3. Solà-Bonada, N., Carcelero-San Martín, E., Miana-Mena, M., López-Suñé, E., Diego-Del Río, E., & Ribas-Sala, J. (2012). Drug treatment in surgical patients with electrolyte imbalances]. Farmacia Hospitalaria (1130-6343), 36(2), 84-91. doi:10.1016/j.farma.2010.12.007
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