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Electrolyte Imbalance Assessment and Management Quiz

#1

Which of the following is a symptom of hypernatremia?

Confusion
Explanation

Neurological manifestation

#2

Which condition is characterized by a serum sodium level below 135 mEq/L?

Hyponatremia
Explanation

Low serum sodium

#3

Which electrolyte imbalance is often associated with metabolic alkalosis?

Hypokalemia
Explanation

Metabolic disturbance

#4

Which electrolyte imbalance can result from prolonged vomiting or diarrhea?

Hypokalemia
Explanation

Fluid loss imbalance

#5

Which electrolyte imbalance can result from excessive sweating and dehydration?

Hypernatremia
Explanation

Dehydration-related

#6

What electrolyte imbalance may cause T-wave flattening or inversion on an ECG?

Hyperkalemia
Explanation

ECG abnormality

#7

Which electrolyte imbalance is characterized by prolonged QT intervals on ECG?

Hypomagnesemia
Explanation

ECG finding

#8

Which electrolyte imbalance commonly leads to muscle cramps and cardiac arrhythmias?

Hypokalemia
Explanation

Muscle and cardiac symptoms

#9

What is the primary goal in managing hypermagnesemia?

Enhance magnesium excretion
Explanation

Excrete excess magnesium

#10

What is a common symptom of hypocalcemia?

Muscle weakness
Explanation

Muscle-related symptom

#11

Which condition is characterized by a serum potassium level above 5.0 mEq/L?

Hyperkalemia
Explanation

Elevated serum potassium

#12

What is a characteristic sign of hypercalcemia on a physical examination?

Pitting edema
Explanation

Physical finding

#13

Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of hyperkalemia by promoting potassium excretion?

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate
Explanation

Potassium-lowering agent

#14

In a patient with severe hypercalcemia, which medication can be administered to enhance renal calcium excretion?

Loop diuretics
Explanation

Promotes calcium excretion

#15

Which electrolyte imbalance is associated with Chvostek's and Trousseau's signs?

Hypocalcemia
Explanation

Manifests with specific signs

#16

What is the most common cause of hyperphosphatemia in patients with chronic kidney disease?

Decreased glomerular filtration rate
Explanation

Renal dysfunction

#17

What is the primary treatment for hyperphosphatemia in patients with chronic kidney disease?

Restricting phosphate intake
Explanation

Dietary modification

#18

Which medication is used to treat severe hypocalcemia by raising serum calcium levels?

Calcium carbonate
Explanation

Raises serum calcium

#19

What is the primary treatment for hyponatremia caused by SIADH (syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone)?

Fluid restriction
Explanation

Treatment approach

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