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Sodium

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

SODIUM

BY: KELLSEY AND MEGAN
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WHAT IS SODIUM

  • Na
  • Electrolyte
  • Not a free element

WHAT DOES IT DO IN THE BODY?

  • Normal muscle and nerve contraction
  • Maintain blood pressure
  • Draws out excess fluid
  • Makes up 60% of chloride
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WHERE IS IT FOUND

  • Earths crust
  • Membrane of cells
  • Salt

SIGNS OF DEFICIENCY

  • Fatigue
  • Seizure
  • Muscle spasm
  • Hypernatremia
  • Low blood pressure
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SIGN OF EXCESS

  • High blood pressure
  • Dehydration
  • Edema
  • Hypernatremia
  • Dizziness