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Hyponatremia
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Electolyte imbalance that may result in disturbances involving these systems:
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Endocrine
From: GI sct, diarrhea,inadequate salt intake,diurectics,vomiting,fluids shift from ICF to ECF. |
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| Sodium increase, seizure precaution |
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| Overload- restrict water intake |
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| Use isotonic fluids to restore ECF |
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Monitor posturial hyptension,
increase HR
Decrease CVP
Dry mucous membranes
LOC |
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| Fix hyponatremia with DIME |
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Diet
IV fluids
Medications
Electrolytes |
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Hypernatremia (Sodium excess)
Na >135 mEq/L |
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Electrolyte imbalance that may result in disturbances involving these systems:
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