Results in muscle weakness, tremors, tetany, seizures, heart
block, changes in mental status, hyperactive deep tendon
reflexes, respiratory paralysis
Describe the clinical manifestations of HYPONATREMIA
Correct Answers Insufficient amount of sodium in the ECF :
Loss of sodium or gain of water
decrease in sodium -->fluid moves from less concentrated ECF
to ICF --> swelling of cells
Caused by vomiting, diarrhea, fistulas, sweating, diuretics
Results in confusion, hypotension, edema, muscle
cramps/weakness, dry skin
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