Identifying acid-base and electrolyte imbalances. Issue 8 (15th August 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Gooch, Michael D.
• Is Part Of: Nurse practitioner. Volume 40:Issue 8(2015:Aug.)
• Publication Date: 2015-08-15
• Subjects: acid-base imbalance -- acidosis -- alkalosis -- anion gap acidosis -- calcium -- carbonic acid -- electrolyte imbalance -- hypercalcemia -- hyperkalemia -- hypernatremia -- hypocalcemia -- hypokalemia -- hyponatremia -- potassium -- sodium; Nursing -- Periodicals; Nurse practitioners -- Periodicals; 610.73
• DOI: 10.1097/01.NPR.0000469255.98119.82
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0361-1817

Abstract

Abstract : Abstract: Acid-base and electrolyte imbalances often complicate patient management in acute care settings. Correctly identifying the imbalance and its cause is vital. This article will review the physiology of acid-base and electrolyte balance, their common disturbances, associated causes, clinical manifestations, and management implications for nurse practitioners. Abstract : Acid-base and electrolyte imbalances often complicate patient management in acute care settings. This article will review the physiology of acid-base and electrolyte balance, their common disturbances, associated causes, clinical manifestations, and management implications for nurse practitioners.