Metabolic Panel and Electrolyte Assessment

This video tutorial by Sarah Turner covers the metabolic lab panel, including the Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP) and Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP). It explains what these panels assess, such as electrolytes, renal function, and liver function. The video details normal reference ranges and causes of abnormal lab results for glucose, calcium, sodium, potassium, and more. It also discusses the significance of BUN and creatinine in evaluating kidney health and the role of liver enzymes in the CMP. The tutorial is part of a series aimed at helping nurses understand lab values.

What does the metabolic lab panel assess?

• Only glucose levels

• Only renal function

• Electrolytes, renal, and liver function

• Only liver function

Which of the following is NOT part of the BMP?

• Calcium

• Glucose

• Sodium

• Bilirubin

What is the normal fasting glucose range in mg/dL?

• 50-70

• 130-160

• 70-100

• 100-130

What condition is indicated by a calcium level below 8.5 mg/dL?

• Hyponatremia

• Hypercalcemia

• Hypocalcemia

• Hypernatremia

Which condition can cause a high sodium level in the blood?

• Dehydration

• Overhydration

• Hypoglycemia

• Hypocalcemia

What is the normal range for potassium in mEq/L?

• 5.0-6.5

• 3.5-5.0

• 2.5-3.5

• 1.5-2.5

Which condition is associated with high carbon dioxide levels in the blood?

• COPD

• Anemia

• Hypertension

• Diabetes

What does a high BUN level indicate?

• Low protein intake

• Kidney stress

• Dehydration

• Liver disease

What is the normal range for creatinine in mg/dL?

• 1.3-2.0

• 0.1-0.5

• 2.1-3.0

• 0.6-1.2

What does a low albumin level in the blood indicate?

• Excessive protein intake

• Liver dysfunction

• High blood pressure

• Normal kidney function