Preview Choice of therapy for hypovolemia often depends on the severity of fluid loss and
related dysfunctions. In this article, Dr Pflederer provides a detailed review of management …

Lightheadedness, nausea, headache, fatigue, and confusion are nonspecific symptoms that
may be consistent with either hyponatremia or hypernatremia. Such subtle presentations of …

SIADH, syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone. nal suction or drainage
tubes, fistulas, and “third spacing” of fluids (eg, burns, intra-abdominal sepsis, bowel …

Nurses need to be aware of the physiological aspects of fluid homeostasis and the nursing
care and management required to manage patients with fluid balance problems effectively …

In management of fluid and electrolyte problems in the emergency department several
important principles are:(1) never completely trust the laboratory,(2) abnormalities should be …

Electrolyte and fluid imbalances are disorders frequently observed in critical care patients. In
many instances patients are asymptomatic, but they may also present with neurological …

INTRODUCTION—Fluid resuscitation is the mainstay of therapy in patients with severe
hypovolemia. Although no clear definition exists, severe hypovolemia may be present when …

Interpreting the fluid requirements of a patient and working out what to do next can seem like
a daunting task for the non-specialist, yet it is a skill that any doctor, nurse or paramedic …

Electrolyte abnormalities are common in emergency medicine and can vary greatly in
importance, severity, and symptoms. Asymptomatic electrolyte abnormalities can usually be …

The regulation of fluid and electrolyte composition plays an essential role in the
maintenance of homeostasis within the body. Myocardial and neurologic function, acid-base …