NUR 217 - Case Study Fluid and Electrolytes.
NUR 217 - Case Study Fluid and Electrolytes/NUR 217 - Case Study Fluid and Electrolytes. Read the case study in Chapter 39 of your textbook and answer the following questions: 1. The major electrolytes in the body are sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, chloride, and phosphate. a. Indicate the normal levels for each electrolyte and describe the function of each Na + (135-145 mEq/L) – Principal ion responsible for resting membrane potential of cells; essential in depolarization needed for nerve and muscle function; Principal cation of ECF; accounts 90% TO 95% of osmolarity. Sodium-potassium pump important mechanism for producing body heat; essential element for acid-base buffering.
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