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Sodium, Potassium and Magnesium Oh My!

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A short quiz to see what you know about these essential electrolytes in the human body.

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1
A high or low sodium level may cause?
Blurred vision
Increased energy
Confusion
The munchies
2
Which one of the foods below has a high salt content?
Mashed potatoes
Canned soup
Peaches
Popcorn
3
Nursing care for electrolyte disorders include (s)?
Patient education
All of the above
Administer ordered medications
Monitoring labs, vitals, cardiac rhythm, I & O and weight
4
When potassium is too high or too low what can happen?
Cardiac dysrhythmias
Increased appetite
Blurred vision
Difficulty sitting
5
Kaexylate is used to:
Increase potassium
Increase magnesium
Decrease potassium
Decrease magnesium
6
Which one of these food(s) is rich in magesium?
All of the above
Spinach
Avocado
Almonds
7
The goal of an electrolyte protocol is to?
Replace electrolytes in patients with low levels
Remove excess electrolytes
To join Mission Impossible "Ghost Protocol" as a sequel
Give all patients electrolytes upon every admission
8
In the U.S., what is the average amount of sodium consumed daily?
3,400 mg
2,000 mg
2,400 mg
1,500 mg