When an electrolyte disorder occurs, it disrupts the balance of ionized salts in the blood. Since electrolytes regulate physiological functions in the body, if left untreated, electrolyte disorders can cause harm to multiple body systems. This results in a variety of symptoms which are sometimes severe and life threatening. In this Discussion, you explore common electrolyte disorders and their potential causes, as well as the impact of the disorders on patients.
To prepare:
• Review Chapters 207, 208, and 241 of the Buttaro et al. text, as well as the Adams et al. and Assadi articles in this week’s Learning Resources.
• Select one of the following electrolyte disorders: hyperkalemia and hypokalemia; hypercalcemia and hypocalcemia; hypernatremia and hyponatremia; hypermagnesemia and hypomagnesemia. Reflect on signs and symptoms of this disorder.
• Consider potential causes of the disorder that you selected. Reflect on whether that disorder is iatrogenic or a result of prescribed drugs.
• Think about the impact of this electrolyte disorder on patients. Consider how the disorder affects other body systems.
Post on or before Day 3 a description of the electrolyte disorder that you selected as well as signs and symptoms. Then, explain potential causes of the disorder including whether it is iatrogenic or a result of prescribed drugs. Finally, describe the impact of the disorder on patients and their body systems.
Readings
• Buttaro, T. M., Trybulski, J., Polgar Bailey, P., & Sandberg-Cook, J. (2013). Primary care: A collaborative practice (4th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Mosby.
o Part 13, “Evaluation and Management of Genitourinary Disorders” (For review pp. 723–793)
This part explores the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and management of genitourinary disorders, including incontinence and prostate disorders. It also provides a differential diagnosis for genitourinary disorders.
o Part 17, “Evaluation and Management of Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders”
? Chapter 207, “Hypercalcemia and Hypocalcemia” (pp. 1090–1095)
This chapter explains complications caused by a deficiency and excess of serum calcium levels. Treatment options for hypercalcemia and hypocalcemia are also presented.
? Chapter 208, “Hypernatremia and Hyponatremia” (pp. 1095–1101)
This chapter explores patient factors that impact hypernatremia and hyponatremia and examines treatment options for patients.
o Part 21, “Evaluation and Management of Oncologic Disorders”
? Chapter 241, “Oncology Complications and Paraneoplastic Syndromes” (pp. 1303–1308)
This chapter describes various electrolyte disorders affecting cancer patients. It also examines side effects of cancer treatment that cause electrolyte disorders in patients.
• Adams, D., de Jonge, R., van der Cammen, T., Zietse, R., & Hoorn, E. J. (2011). Acute kidney injury in patients presenting with hyponatremia. Journal of Nephrology, 24(6), 749–755.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
• This article examines the correlation between acute kidney injury and hyponatremia. It also analyzes the effects of both disorders on patients.
• Assadi, F. (2010). Hypomagnesemia: An evidence-based approach to clinical cases. Iranian Journal of Kidney Diseases, 4(1), 13–19.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
This article explores the clinical presentation of and treatment options for hypomagnesemia. Patient case studies are also presented
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• Institute for Safe Medication Practices. (n.d.). Retrieved November 28, 2012, from http://www.ismp.org/
• National Kidney Foundation. (n.d.). Retrieved November 28, 2012, fromhttp://www.kidney.org/index.cfm
• WebMD. (2012). Medscape. Retrieved from http://www.medscape.com/
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