Hypokalemia Nclex Review Notes Nursing intervention…things that nclex and lecture exams look for. hypo = low. kal = root word for potassium… don’t get it confused with cal= calcium. emia =blood. meaning of hypokalemia: low potassium in the blood. normal potassium level 3.5 5.1 (2.5 or less is very dangerous) most of the body’s potassium is found in the. S s of hypokalemia (general) try to remember everything is going to be slow and low. don't forget potassium plays a role in muscle and nerve conduction so muscle systems are going to be messed up and effect the heart, gi, renal, and the breathing muscles for the lungs. s s of hypokalemia. weak pulses (irregular and thread) orthostatic hypotension.
Nclex Review Notes Hypokalemia Youtube A. potassium 30 meq iv push. b. infusion of potassium intravenously. c. an oral supplement of potassium. d. intramuscular injection of potassium. infusion of potassium intravenously. study with quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like normal k, most k in body found where, most na is found where and more. Study with quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like norm k ranges?, what are causes of hypokalemia (5)?, diuretics w ↑ urine output causes hypokalemia via? and more. This is a nclex quiz for fluid and electrolytes on hyperkalemia and hypokalemia. 1. a patient has a potassium level of 9.0. which nursing intervention is priority? a. prepare the patient for dialysis and place the patient on a cardiac monitor. b. administer spironolactone. c. place patient on a potassium restrictive diet. d. administer a laxative. Professor regina talks about the nclex safety points of hypokalemia and hyperkalemia. if you are ready to sign up for remar nurse university go to remarn.
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