Clinical manifestations of sodium excess (hypernatremia) include ...

[student77]

Clinical manifestations of sodium excess (hypernatremia) include which signs or symptoms?
 
  a. Hyperreflexia
  b. Abdominal cramps
  c. Cardiac dysrhythmias
  d. Dry, sticky mucous membranes

Question 2

An infant is brought to the emergency department with the following clinical manifestations: poor skin turgor, weight loss, lethargy, tachycardia, and tachypnea. This is suggestive of which situation?
 
  a. Water excess
  b. Sodium excess
  c. Water depletion
  d. Potassium excess

[Carliemb17]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Dry, sticky mucous membranes are associated with hypernatremia. Hyperreflexia is associated with hyperkalemia. Abdominal cramps, weakness, dizziness, nausea, and apprehension are associated hyponatremia. Cardiac dysrhythmias are associated with hypokalemia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
These clinical manifestations indicate water depletion or dehydration. Edema and weight gain occur with water excess or overhydration. Sodium or potassium excess would not cause these symptoms.