Hypo and Hypermagnesemia

What causes hypermagnesemia?

Meds (anatacids, laxatives)
What are sx of hypermagnesemia?

weakness, N/V, hypotension, arrhythmia, asystole, loss of reflexes
How do you tx hypermagnesemia?
- Make sure meds they are taking don't contain Mg
- Calcium gluconate if they become toxic and develop arryhthmias
- Dialysis if they code
- Loop diuretics with nl renal function
What causes hypomagnesemia?
- Cirrhosis
- Chronic EtOH
- Drop in Ca and K levels
What EKG changes develop with magenesium problems?

None do
How do you tx hypomagnesemia?
- MgOxide PO or MgSO4 rider (2-4gm)
- 2g for renal failure, 4g for nonrenal failure
What are sx for hypomagnesemia?

None (possible decreased reflexes)

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Hypo and Hypermagnesemia

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For my upcoming nephrology exam

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2011-05-07T18:44:38Z

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