medio nursing

                                                                      Hypokalemia- Definition- It is a condition of electrolyte imbalance in which potassium in concentration in blood is lower than normal range. Normal range - 3.5 to 4.5 mEq/L Causes- * Vomiting * renal disorder * Self induced vomiting * alcohol abuse * poor dietary intake of potassium * Drug ( diuretics , laxative , cisplatin , levodopa ) * Diarrhoea * cushing syndrome * very low calorie diet Sign and Symptoms- * myalgia ( muscle pain ) * muscle cramps * muscle weakness * respiratory depression * Impaired of skeletal muscle function * elevation of blood pressure Treatment- * Treat underlying cause Ex. diarrhoea , vomiting , stopping medication * Potassium containing food should be recommend...