Product Description?
Get all the basics on fluids and electrolytes with the newest edition of the one-and-only Fluids and Electrolytes Made Incredibly Easy!
Backed by plenty of real-world examples this popular guide is full of clear definitions practical patient care info and on-the-job how-to. Humor illustrations and a fun and easygoing style make it the most enjoyable way to absorb the science concepts and real-world patient care skills. Gain the fluids and electrolytes knowledge and skills you needin an incredibly easy way!
Get the lowdown on fluids and electrolytes with. . .
" NEW! All content fully updated
" Easy-to-follow definitions for fluid-related concepts
" Science of fluids and electrolytes offered in clear terms as they relate to patient care
" Fluid types and fluid movements in different body systems
" How hormones and other elements affect fluid balance losses and gains
" Nurse Joy and Nurse Jake explain key concepts in clear terms offer important care reminders?? and keep it light
? Plenty of patient care examples?? including common fluids-related diagnoses?? appropriate patient outcomes?? and basis for each recommended treatment
? Four easy sections:
? ? o?Balancing Basics - Balancing fluids; balancing electrolytes; balancing acids and bases
? ? o Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances ? Imbalances in: fluids; sodium; potassium; magnesium: calcium; phosphorus; chloride; and acids and bases
? ? o Disorders that Cause Imbalances ? Heat-related illnesses; heart failure; respiratory failure; excessive GI fluid loss; acute pancreatitis; renal failure and burns ?
? ? o Treating Imbalances ? IV fluid replacement; total parenteral nutrition
? Fun drawings and cartoons make skills and concepts easy to remember ?
? Plenty of quick-scan tables?? illustrations?? and flow charts offer key info
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