Renal
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Electrolyte Imbalances
Common renal electrolyte disorders: hyperkalemia (most dangerous — K+ >5.5), hyponatremia (Na+ <135), hyperphosphatemia, hypocalcemia in CKD. Require prompt correction.
hyperkalemia
hyponatremia
electrolyte imbalance
hypokalemia
hypernatremia
hypomagnesemia
hypophosphatemia
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What are electrolytes?Electrolytes are minerals that have an electric charge when they are dissolved in water or body fluids, including blood. The electric charge can be positive or negative. You have electrolytes in your blood, urine (pee), tissues, and other body fluids.Electrolytes are important because they help:Balance the amount of water in your bodyBalance your body's acid/base (pH) levelMove nutrients into y…
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Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
What are electrolytes?Electrolytes are minerals that have an electric charge when they are dissolved in water or body fluids, including blood. The electric charge can be positive or negative. You have electrolytes in your blood, urine (pee), tissues, and other body fluids.Electrolytes are important because they help:Balance the amount of water in your bodyBalance your body's acid/base (pH) levelMove nutrients into y…
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