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Hypernatremia is treated with infusions of a solution of water containing 0.9% sodium chloride (0.9 grams NaCl/100 ml water), which is the normal concentration of sodium chloride in the blood plasma
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Is Hypernatremia dangerous?
Hypernatremia is especially dangerous for children and the elderly
Is hypernatremia deadly?
Severe hypernatremia has a mortality rate of 40-60%
Does Hypernatremia hurt the brain?
Hypernatremia can cause neurological damage due to shrinkage of brain cells
What does hypernatremia occur at?
High serum sodium levels (hypernatremia ) occur at sodium concentrations over 145 mM
What is the Pathophysiology of hypernatremia?
--> causes of hypernatremia --> increased serum osmolality --> water shifts from cell to plasma --> cells shrink ---> manifestation
Does Severe hypernatremia cause death?
Severe hypernatremia, with serum sodium above 152 mM, can result in seizures and death
Does acidosis cause hypernatremia?
yes
Is lethargy a symptom of hypernatremia?
Yes
Is thirst a symptom of hypernatremia?
Yes
Is orthostatic hypotension a symptom of hypernatremia?
Yes
Is irregular heartbeat a symptom of hypernatremia?
Yes
What happens in hypernatremia?
High serum sodium levels
