Common findings in tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) include (Select all ...

[meagbuch]

Common findings in tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) include (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. increased calcium.
  b. decreased potassium.
  c. dysrhythmias.
  d. elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatine.
  e. edema.

Question 2

Fat embolism syndrome can occur as a complication of
 
  a. liver trauma.
  b. burns.
  c. orthopedic trauma.
  d. spleen trauma.

[Jane]

Answer to Question 1

C, D, E
Common findings in TLS are as follows. Clinical: Weight gain, edema, diarrhea, lethargy, muscle cramps, nausea and vomiting, paresthesia, weakness, oliguria, uremia, seizures. Laboratory: Increased potassium, phosphorus, uric acid, BUN, and creatine; decreased calcium, creatinine clearance, pH, bicarbonate, and PaCO2 . Diagnostic: Positive Chvostek and Trousseau signs, hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, dysrhythmias, and ECG changes.

Answer to Question 2

C
Fat embolism syndrome can occur as a complication of orthopedic trauma.

[meagbuch]

Thank you

[Jane]

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