Fluids & electorolytes
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Fluids & electorolytes
(Real-world nursing survival guide)
W.B. Saunders, c2002
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 239-244) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This concise study and review aid is designed for nursing students struggling with the especially difficult area of fluids and electrolytes. It offers a visual, interactive approach that clearly, and engagingly explains topics such as electrolyte balance, key components that contribute to fluid and electrolyte balance and special electrolyte concerns in neonates, infants, toddlers, adolescents, young adults and older adults. The first section of the book presents content in an illustrated multi-modal approach that explains key concepts and reviews topics with a range of engaging learning activities.
Table of Contents
PART ONE: The Basics * Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance * Dynamics of Acid-Base Balance * PART TWO: Electrolytes * Sodium * Chloride * Potassium * Phosphorus * Magnesium * Calcium * Elements and Minerals: Fluoride, Iodine, Iron, Selenium, Zinc * PART THREE: Special Populations * Health Problems of the Neonate * Health Problems of the Infant * Health Problems of the Toddler * Health Problems of the Adolescent * Health Problems of the Young Adult * Health Problems of the Older Adult * PART FOUR: Advanced Topics * Interventions for Maintaining Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
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