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NURS1930 Exam I: Fluid and Electrolytes
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What is the normal reference range for SODIUM?
135-145 mEq/L
What are the functions of SODIUM in the body?
Maintenance of Concentration and Volume of ECF
: Where Na
+
goes, H
2
O follows.
Acid-Base Balance
: Combines with Chloride & Bicarb.
Neuromuscular Conduction
: Na
+
imbalance effects muscles.
How much SODIUM is needed by the body per day?
2 grams
How much SODIUM does 1 tsp. of salt contain?
2000 mg
How can blood osmolarity be estimated?
Double the sodium levels
What type of patient would exhibit hypernatremia in addition to fluid volume excess?
Kidney Failure - decreased urine output. Unable to excrete fluid and soduim with the amount of sodium intake remaining the same.
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JARoberts
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NURS1930 Exam I: Fluid and Electrolytes
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Study cards for GPC NURS1930 Exam I: Fluid and Electrolytes
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2012-01-04T14:51:37Z
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