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Calcium
Calcium
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11/07/2008

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Term
calcium levels
Definition
4.5-5.5
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calcium charge
Definition
Cation +
Term
Calcium found
Definition
ECF
Term
Calcium roles
Definition
Most abundant electrolyte in body, nerve impulses, blood clotting, muscle contraction, thickness/strength of cell membranes
Term
calcium partner
Definition
Opposite of Phosphate
Term
high calcium
Definition
HYPERcalcemia
Term
hypercalcemia s/s
Definition
Decreased memory, cardiac arrest, kidney stones, fractures, dehydration, bone pain
Term
hypercalcemia causes
Definition
renal impairment, OD vit D, Immobilization (long-term)
Term
hypercalcemia treatment
Definition
Increase urinary excretions
Term
low calcium
Definition
HYPOcalcemia
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Hypocalcemia s/s
Definition
confusion, tingle around mouth, muscle cramps, tetany, convulsions, psychosis
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Hypocalcemia causes
Definition
decreased absorbtion, Decreased VitD metabolism, Increased excretion (diuretics)
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Hypocalcemia tx
Definition
correct underlying prob
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calcium foods
Definition
dairy, green leafy, antacids, dried beans
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