VATI RN Comprehensive Predictor Review Guide (Updated 2022)

VATI RN Comprehensive Predictor Review Guide (Updated 2022)

1. Lab Value - Calcium (Ca )(Serum Electrolyte)

8.6 - 10.2 mg/dL
-If a patient has severe hypocalcemia, take seizure precautions and assess the airway. Also, monitor for tetany,tingling sensations in the tips of the fingers and around the mouth, and in the feet. Spasms of the muscles of the extremities and the face may occur. Also, be alert for ECG
changes including a prolonged QT interval.
- If a patient has hypercalcemia, increase mobilization and encourage sufficient oral intake. Take safety precautions if confusion is present and be alert for signs of digitalis toxicity. Also, monitor the patient's cardiac rate and rhythm.
2. Lab Value - Chloride (Cl )(Serum Electrolyte)

97 - 107 mEq/L
-Monitor the patient with hypochloremia for musclespasms, alkalosis, and depressed respirations.
-Monitor the patient with hyperchloremia for acidosis.
3. Lab Value - Magnesium (Mg )(Serum Electrolyte)

1.3 - 2.3 mEq/L