Nursing Study Guide Exam 2 (Q&A 2022 Update)

fluid therapy - ANS-primarily used to correct fluid deficits, electrolyte disturbances and acid base imbalances water - ANS-most abundant constitute of the body -water and with particles like sodium, chloride, and protein make up body fluids -these body fluids are inside cells, around the cells and are contained within blood vessels and body cavities body fluids - ANS--primarily regulated by the kidneys, GI tract and hormones -any disruption in the balance of these fluids will result in disease causes of fluid imbalances - ANS--decreased intake -increased loss -medical conditions decreased intake - ANS--not drinking -not eating increased loss - ANS--vomiting -diarrhea -diuresis -sweating -panting medical conditions - ANS--loss protein -endocrine disorders -organ failure -some cancers -trama -others treatment of fluid imbalances - ANS--fluid imbalances must be reconized and treated promptly -fluid therapy is a common medical treatment used to normalize the balance keys to fluid therapy planning - ANS--right type -right amount -right speed considerations to fluid therapy planning - ANS--body fluid compartments -fluid types -rates/routes -effectiveness -potential complications...