Phosphate 2.5-4.5

PHRAT BOY PHOPSHATE

Hypophosphatemia clinical manifestations

• bone pain

• muscle weakness

• hemolytic anemia'

Same as high calcium signs

• constipation

• decreased dtr

• decreased RR

Hypophosphatemia treatment/medications

• diet rich in phosphate (beans, nuts)

• IV phosphate

Hypophosphatemia priority nursing considerations

monitor burning at IV site

Hyperphosphatemia clinical manifestations

few sx - only really seen on x-ray

Same as low calcium signs:

• trousseau’s

• chvostek’s

• diarrhea

• weak bones

• increased bleeding

• cardiac dysrhythmias

Hyperphosphatemia treatment/medications

diet low in phosphate

Hyperphosphatemia priority nursing considerations

educate on low phosphate diet