Hyperkalemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (Murder)

Included In This Lesson
Outline
MURDER
- M-Muscle weakness
- U-Urine- oliguria, anuria
- R-Respiratory distress
- D-Decreased cardiac contractility
- E-ECG changes
- R-Reflexes- hyperreflexia, or areflexia (flaccid)
Description
Excess potassium is deadly and can kill a patient – so remember the word “Murder”. This will help you remember the signs and symptoms of hyperkalemia.
Nursing Mnemonics
In this course, you’ll be able to learn different mnemonics that will help you to remember the need to know nursing information!