What is the meaning of electrolyte imbalance?
The kidneys maintain a balance of electrolytes by shifting sodium levels as the body requires. When the level of electrolytes in your body is too low or too high, the resulting condition is called an electrolyte imbalance. Maintaining an electrolyte balance is vital for your body to function smoothly.
What is the ICD-10 code for hyponatremia?
ICD-10 | Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia (E87. 1)
What causes electrolyte imbalance?
An electrolyte imbalance can be caused by: Losing fluids as a result of persistent vomiting or diarrhea, sweating or fever. Not drinking or eating enough. Chronic respiratory problems, such as emphysema.
What are the signs of electrolyte imbalance?
Symptoms of electrolyte disorders
- irregular heartbeat.
- fast heart rate.
- fatigue.
- lethargy.
- convulsions or seizures.
- nausea.
- vomiting.
- diarrhea or constipation.
When do you code hyponatremia?
Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia E87. 1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM E87. 1 became effective on October 1, 2021.
How do I check electrolyte imbalance?
Nausea and/or vomiting
What are the symptoms of an electrolyte imbalance?
Being sick with symptoms including vomiting,diarrhea,sweating or high fevers that can all produce fluid loss or dehydration
Could you have an electrolyte imbalance?
The first sign you might have an electrolyte imbalance is when experiencing symptoms of severe dehydration. This is likely because your blood sodium levels have become too high, a condition called hypernatremia.
What electrolyte imbalance would be assessed by the nurse?
What electrolyte imbalance would be assessed by the nurse? A client with hypoparathyroidism complains of numbness and tingling in his fingers and around the mouth. Hypoparathyroidism can cause low serum calcium levels. Numbness and tingling in extremities and in the circumoral area around the mouth are the hallmark signs of hypocalcemia.
