chapter 4 fluid and electrolyte
what are hormones that maintain homeostasis?
1. ADH vasopressin (antidiuretic hormone: retaining fluid. helping keeping your volume up) 2. aldosterone (help keep the volume of solutes and water maintain in the body) 3. BNP natriuretic peptide indicator of heart failure just a measure of fluid balanced in body
Diagnostic factors for hypervolemia
1. BNP (high) 2. CBC 3. Urine sample: Hct/Hgb low, Na+ low, serum osmolality low, urine Na+ low, urine specific gravity low, BUN low 4. blood samples 5. urine samples; CXR, ECHO 6. xray will be greyish white if you have fluid in lungs 7. echo to see fluid in heart 8. sodium levels will be high
diagnostics labs for fluid volume deficit?
1. CMP (complete metabolic panel liver) 2. CBC (complete blood count) 3. BMP (basal metabolic panel no liver enzyme) 4. Urine sample; Hct (fluid volume of blood high), BUN (kidney) , Cr, Na+ elevated 5. elevated serum osmolality (concentrated) 6. (dark urine, concentrated, high specific gravity) 7. blood samples 8. urine sample 9. BMP
hypermagnesemia risk factor
1. ESRD 2. untreated DKA 3. excess treatment for preeclampsia in pregnant patients 4. addison disease 5. hypothermia 6. increased used of antacids or laxatives
risk factors of hypochloremia
1. GI tube drainage 2. severe V/D 3. laxative 4. ileostomies 5. fistulas
Hypercalcemia risk factors
1. HCTZ therapy 2. hyperparathyroidism 3. ESRD 4. cancerous tumors increase Ca+
hypophosphatemia interventions
1. IV supplementation 2. monitor Ca+ levels 3. prevent infection 4. encourage PO phos intake (milk/milk products, organ meats, nuts, fish, poultry)
infiltration
1. IVF leaks out of vein into surrounding tissue 2. swollen, cold, painful 3. take IV out 4. stop fluid 5. warm compress
risk factors for hypomagnesemia
1. NG suctioning 2. diarrhea 3. intestinal fistulas 4. alcoholism 5. diuretic therapy 6. certain medications (aminoglycosides and amphotericin and cyclosporine) antibiotics 7. digoxin therapy
hypernatremia risk factors?
1. NPO 2. hypertonic enteral 3. diabetes insipidus 4. burns 5. cushing syndrome 6. increased intake of Na+
manifestations of hypochloremia
1. S/SX associated with hyponatremia, hypokalemia, and metabolic alkalosis
air embolism
1. always prime before flushing
Complications of hypervolemia
1. big trouble 2. pulmonary edema 3. fluid shifts to lungs
ECF
1. calcium 2. sodium 3. bicarbonate 4. chloride
pathophysiology hypokalemia
1. can result from transcellular shifts (from EC to IC spaces) or when K+ losses are increased 2. can be renal or non renal causes
pathophysiology of hyperkalemia
1. caused by increased intake, a shift of K+ from cells to ECF, decreased renal excretion of drugs that decreased K+ excretion
interventions for hypochloremia
1. correct the underlying cause 2. ensure adequate PO Cl- intake (tomato juice, bananas, dates, eggs, cheese, canned vegetables, processed meats) 3. monitor I&O 4. monitor ABGs 5. monitor LOC, muscle strength movement
interventions hyperglycemia
1. correct underlying cause 2. hypotonic IVF therapy 3. diuretics 4. restrict Na+, fluids, and Cl- 5. monitor I&O, ABGs, VS
osmolality/osmolarity
1. decrease is osmolality = increase in volume 2. increase in osmolality = decrease in volume 3. 1KG of a solvent 4. 1L of solution
*What are changes in our elderly patients?
1. decreased kidney perfusion 2. decreased skin turgor 3. decrease thirst 4. decreased nutrients 5. takes a lot of medications for different disease processes 6. comorbidity
pathophysiology of hypernatremia
1. develops when serum Na+ concentrations climb above 145 or when loss of H20 2. ICF down ECF up 3. hyperosmolarity is a common result; water is pulled out of cell into ECF cells shrinks!
pathophysiology of hyponatremia?
1. develops when serum Na+ concentrations fall under 136. 2. from inadequate intake of Na+ 3. from dilution of Na+ by water axcess 4. Na+ depletion cuasing hypoosmality with movement of water into cells = cells to swell! 5. ECF down ICF up
contributing factors to any loss of fluid?
1. diarrhea 2. vomiting 3. ostomy output 4. diuretic therapy 5. diabetes insipidus 6. CKD (chronic kidney disease) 7. NPO status 8. ETOH alcohol 9. burn victims (evaporation)
interventions for hypomagnesemia
1. dietary changes to increase PO Mg+ (nuts, seeds, seafood ) 2. magnesium salts 3. IV Mg replacement (slow- to fast can lead to heart block or asystole) 4. monitor UOP if supplementing 5. swallow eval to ensure safety 6. monitor DTR
hypokalemia manifestations
1. dysrhythmias 2. low BP 3. weak *4. flat T wave 5. S-T depression 6. shallow breathing 7. paresthesia (assess deep tendon reflex)
hyperkalemia manifestations
1. dysrhythmias 2. slow, irregular pulse 3. paresthesia 4. PVCs, V Fib, elevated T waves 5. widened QRS 6. increased bowel sounds, diarrhea
pathophysiology of hypercalcemia
1. excess caused by increased intake, a shift of Ca+ from cells to ECF, decreased renal excretion, or drugs that decrease renal Ca+ excretion
ECF
1. extra cellur fluid 2. outside of cells
What is tonicity (IVF)?
1. fluid replacement 2. example: shock
what interventions to do for hypervolemia?
1. give diuretics (lasix, HCTZ Etc.) 2. decrease IVF 3. limit Na+ intake 4. fluid restriction 5. daily weights 6. I&O 7. monitor VS 8. breath sounds 9. Head of bed elevated (fluid in the lungs makes it hard to breath)
Contributing factors to hypervolemia?
1. heart failure 2. kidneys failure 3. hormonal changes 4. increase in IVF 5. increase PO intake 6. liver failure (albumin) 7. high salt diet (retains water) 8. steroids
manifestations of hypomagnesemia
1. hyperexcitability 2. muscle weakness 3, tremors 4. athetoid movements (slow involuntary rising movements) 5. tetany 6. seizures 7. apathy, depression, apprehension and agitation
risk factors for hyperchloremia
1. hyperparathyroidism 2. hyperaldosteronism 3. kidney failure
fluid volume deficit
1. hypovolemia 2. low volume
risk factors of hyperphosphatemia
1. increased phos intake 2. decreased output 3. chemotherapy 4. hypoparathyroidism 5. metabolic/respiratory acidosis 6. profound muscle necrosis
Risk factors for hyponatremia
1. increased swelling 2. diuretics 3. wound drainage 4. decreased Na intake 5. increased IVF 6. hyperglycemia 7. SSRI therapy 8. SIADH
thrombophlebitis
1. inflammation due to clotting in the vein
phlebitis
1. inflammation of the vein 2. red, warm, painful
ICF
1. intracellular fluid 2. inside
risk factors of hypophosphatemia
1. irritability 2. fatigue 3. weakness 4. dysphagia 5. tissue anoxia 6. hyperglycemia r/t insulin resistance 7. bruising 8. bleeding 9. antacid with calcium and magnesium 10. rhabdomyolysis
All involved in fluid shifting back in fourth
1. kidneys 2. lungs 3. heart 4. adrenal gland 5. parathyroid glands 6. pituitary glands
hyperkalemia interventions
1. lab draws to confirm 2. EKG 3. ABG 4. loop diuretics 5. SPS therapy (causes bowel movement) 6. consult neurology, cardiology
interventions for hyporkalemia
1. lab draws to confirm 2. EKG 3. monitor K+ levels 4. monitor I&Os, VS, rhythm, LOC, bowel sounds, DTRs 5. encourage K+ rich foods (bananas, avocados, broccoli, meloris, citrus fruits, dark leafy greens) 6. K+ supplements (liquid, IVPB, pill form)
hypokalemia interventions
1. labs to confirm (CMP) 2. EKG 3. Ca+ supplement (PO and IV) 4. vitamin D supplements 5. PO Ca+ sources (dairy products, canned salmon, fresh oysters, dark leafy green vegetables) 6. consult endocrinology cardiology 7. all calcium need to be slow you can put patient in cardiac arrest if fast
hypocalcemia risk factors
1. lactose imbalance 2. crohn's disease 3. ESRD 4. thyroidectomy 5. hypoparathyroidism 6. low PO Ca+ intake
interventions for hypermagnesemia
1. loop diuretic therapy 2. IVF therapy 3. EKG 4. monitor VS 5. monitor kidney function
hypokalemia risk factors
1. loop diuretic therapy 2. digoxin therapy 3. steroid therapy 4. V/D 5. tap water enemas *6. prolonged NG suctioning 7. CKD
manifestations of hypermagnesemia
1. low bp 2. N/V 3. weakness 4. soft tissue calcifications 5. facial flushing 6. DTRs are lost 7. respiratory depression 8. heart block
pathophysiology of hypomagnesemia
1. magnesium is an activator for many IC enzyme system and plays a role in both carbohydrates and protein metabolism 2. often results for alcoholism or GI losses
pathophysiology of hypermagnesemia
1. magnesium is an activator for many IC enzyme systems and plays a role in both carbohydrate and protein metabolism 2. rare; usually caused by renal failure
pathophysiology of hypochloremia
1. major anion in the ECF 2. rarely occurs in the absence of other abnormalities
Pathophysiology of hyperchloremia
1. major anion in the ECF 2. related to bicarbonate loss, metabolic acidosis, and hypernatremia
interventions of hypernatremia
1. monitor VS 2. monitor labs, I&Os, LOC 3. provide oral hygiene 4. encourage H20 intake 5. loop diuretics 6. DDAVP therapy 7. salt substitutes (Mrs Dash)
What to monitor and inventions of fluid volume deficit
1. monitor VS 2. track UOP 3. admin IVF 4. encourage PO intake if possible 5. monitor weight 6. fall precaution (dizziness and confusion, orthostatic HXTN) 7. re position slowly 8. monitor LOC (where are you) vital will improve 1. heart come down 2. bp go up 3. temp decrease 4. respirations rate go down
manifestations of hyperphosphatemia
1. most are due to calcium fluctuations 2. tetany 3. anorexia 4. N/V 5. bone and joint pain 6. hyperreflexia
hypotonic solution
1. net water gain 2. lower particles high water 3. 0.5 normal saline 4. decreased ECF 5. decreased salt 6. swells 7. sugar free water down juice 8. Increase in ICF
hypertonic
1. net water loss 2. increase in ECF 3. increased salt 4. cell shrinks 5. d50 and d20 6. decrease in ICF
pathophysiology of hypocalcemia
1. not enough Ca+ in the ECF 2. caused from insufficient PO Ca+ intake 3. inadequate PTH and vitamin D levels 4. low calcium high phosphorus vis versus
isotonic solution
1. not net loss or gain 2. cell remains the same fluid and salt are the same inside and out 3. 0.9% sodium chloride
complications of fluid volume deficit
1. organ instability 2. hypovolemic shock (organ failure, low o2 3. low intravascular space
pathophysiology of hypophosphatemia
1. phosphorus is necessary for multiple physiological processes 2. can results from use of nutritional supplements (enteral or parenteral feeding)
hyperphosphatemia pathophysiology
1. phosphorus is necessary for multiple physiological processes 2. usually results from renal failure 3. often asymptomatic (mostly see low calcium signs)
ICF
1. potassium 2. magnesium 3. phosphorus 4. proteins
what electrolytes hang out in the ICF?
1. potassium 2. magnesium 3. phosphorus 4. proteins
Skin infections
1. red, tender, warm, exudate, hard on palpation 2. SCRUB the skin before sticking
Interventions for hyponatremia?
1. restrict H20 intake 2. seizure precaution 3. tolvaptan therapy 4. foods high in sodium (beef broth, tomato soup, cheeses, processed foods/meats 5. hypertonic solution
hyperkalemia risk factors
1. salt substitutes (Mrs Dash) 2. K+ sparing diuretics 3. ACEI 4. DKA 5. post MI
manifestations of hyperchloremia
1. same as S/Sx for metabolic acidosis, hypervolemia and hypernatremia 2. if untreated can lead to decreased cardiac output, arrhythmias and coma
hypercalcemia manifestations
1. slower clotting time 2. shortened QT interval 3. muscle weakness *4. constipation *5. kidney stones
What electrolytes hang out in the ECF?
1. sodium 2. calcium 3. bicarbonate 4. chloride
hematoma
1. solid swelling of clotted blood within the tissue 2. monitor size-large hematomas can require surgery r/t infection risk
Manifestations of hyponatremia?
1. tachycardia 2. rapid, thready pulse 3. hypotension 4. hypothermia 5. lethargy 6. muscle weakness 7. cramps 8. seizures brain swells
Manifestation of hypervolemia
1. tachycardia (trying to work out to pump the extra fluid) 2. hypertension (too much volume) 3. tachypnea 4. weakness (body is working very hard) 5. bounding pulse 6. headache (intracranial pressure) 7. decreased LOC 8. ascites (big collection of fluid in abdomen) 9. crackles in lungs (fluid in lungs) 10. cough (get fluid out of lungs) 11. SOB (fluid taking up space where air should be) RR increase 12. pitting edema (third space or intestinal space) 13. weight gain 14. JVD
manifestations of hypovolemia
1. tachycardic (body compensating because decrease volume) 2. hyperthermic (hot) 3. weak/thready pulse 4. low BP 5. orthostasis (bp drops when you stand up) 6. dry mouth 7. dizzy 8. hypoxia (no blood to get o2 to tissue) 9. confusion (decreased perfusion to brain) 10. cool clammy skin (not enough perfusion to skin) 11. flat neck veins
Hypocalcemia manifestations
1. tetany (muscle spasms) 2. chvostek's sign (tap on check and face contracts) 3. trousseau's sign (bp cuff on upper arm and thumbs contracts) 4. seizures 5. paresthesia (fingers, lips) 6. increased clotting time 7. prolonged QT interval 8. muscle cramps (charlie horse)
hypernatremia manifestations?
1. thirst 2. dry mouth 3. tachycardia 4. decreased DTRs 5. N/V/D
what is hypervolemia?
1. too much fluid 2. isotonic (normal fluid) expansion of ECF 3. abnormal retention of H2O + Na+ 4. where sodium goes water follows
interventions for hyperphosphatemia
1. treat underlying cause 2. calcitriol therapy 3. Ca+ binding antacid therapy 4. monitor diet to ensure low phos intake
hypercalcemia interventions
1. treat underlying cause (stop HCTZ, partial parathyroidectomy, etc) 2. NS, IVF 3. calcitonin therapy 4. steroids 5. IV phosphorus (because phosphorus is low)
extravasation
1. vesicant fluid leaks from vein into surrounding tissue; ulcerations, necrosis 2. dopamine; Ca+ solutions, chemo, NaHCO3, 10% dextrose solutions
Calloids
1. whole blood products 2. plasma
Magnesium (Mg)
1.3-2.1 muscle
interstitial
1.between, but not within, the parts of a tissue
Sodium (Na)
136-145 heart and muscles
Bicarbonate
21-28
Phosphorus
3-4.5 bone and muscle
Potassium (K)
3.5-5 heart and muscles
The safe IV rate for potassium is
5 meq/hr
How much body composition is fluid in an grown adult?
50-60% (ECF, ICF, Interstitial) This is regulated by many different processes 1. osmosis 2. sodium potassium pump 3. diffusion 4. renal filtration 5. tonicity (IVF)
Average urine Ph is
6
Calcium (Ca)
9-10.5 bone and muscle
Chloride (Cl)
98-106
The nurse suspects that a patient who is receiving NG suction has hypokalemia. What manifestations would the nurse expect this patient to exhibit?
ECG changes
Must electrolyte enter body how?
GI
What is homeostasis?
Maintaining a stable internal environment
what is sodium potassium movement?
Na in K out
what is the creatinine level?
Normal: male: 0.6-1.2 Female: 0.5-1.1 Main lab for kidney function; protein/muscle breakdown
What is diffusion?
The movement of PARTICLES from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration using no energy
What is osmosis?
WATER movement across a membrane
hypernatremia
above 145
fluid volume excess
hypervolemia
The nurse is caring for a patient who is in renal failure. During shift assessment, the patient complains of tingling in her lips and fingers when ever anyone takes her BP. She claims she gets a spasm in her wrist and hand and that it is very painful. What would the nurse suspect?
hypocalcemia
what is renal filtration?
kidneys filter out waste and extra fluid
what is fluid volume deficit?
loss of ECF
urine specific gravity
normal 1.005-1.030
what is the normal Blood urea nitrogen BUN
normal 10 -20 Breakdown of protein in liver; urea nitrogen excreted by kidneys
what is the normal hematocrit value?
normal 37%-52% ratio of volume of RBCs to total volume
An ICU nurse has orders to infuse a hypertonic solution. This solution will increase the number of dissolved particles in the patient's blood, creating pressure for fluids in the tissues to shift into the capillaries and increase the blood volume. What term is described by this process?
osmosis
hypercalcemia
over 10.5
hyperchloremia
over 106
hypermagnesemia
over 2.3
hyperphosphatemia
over 4.5
hyperkalemia
over 5
A patient who is experiencing hypovolemia is likely to have a weak, rapid pulse and hypotension.
true
hypomagnesemia
under 1.3
hypoantremia
under 136
hypophosphatemia
under 3
hypokalemia
under 3.5
hypocalcemia
under 9
hypochloremia
under 98
The most accurate measure of fluid movement for a patient
weight -same amount of clothing blankets, time