Understanding body fluid balance, dehydration and intravenous fluid therapy.
Emerg Nurse
; 2024 Jul 09.
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ABSTRACT
This article examines the role of water in the body, the balance of fluids in the body and the provision of intravenous (IV) fluids to patients who are dehydrated, providing a comprehensive overview of these topics for nurses. The author details various aspects of practice in IV fluid therapy, including the types of fluids used, their indications, administration and potential side effects. The article also discusses dehydration and how nurses can identify and treat this complication, which can occur as a result of many different conditions. Drawing on the relevant research, this article aims to advance nurses' knowledge of the care of patients who are dehydrated and require IV fluid therapy.
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Emerg Nurse
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ENFERMAGEM
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MEDICINA DE EMERGENCIA
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TRAUMATOLOGIA
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2024
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