Electrolyte Imbalances
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Which of the following best defines electrolyte imbalance?

  • A condition where the body has too much water
  • An abnormality in the concentration of vitamins in the body
  • An abnormality in the concentration of electrolytes in the body (correct)
  • A condition where the body has too little water

What role do electrolytes play in the body?

  • Building muscles
  • Maintaining homeostasis (correct)
  • Regulating body temperature
  • Producing energy

How can an imbalance in electrolytes affect the body?

  • Significantly (correct)
  • Temporarily
  • Not at all
  • Mildly

What will be discussed in Lesson 3 of NCM 112 A Chapter 3?

<p>Major electrolyte imbalances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What framework will be used in the presentation of appropriate and effective nursing management?

<p>The nursing process (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the major electrolyte imbalances discussed in Lesson 3?

<p>The major electrolyte imbalances discussed in Lesson 3 are: hyponatremia, hypernatremia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, hypocalcemia, hypercalcemia, hypomagnesemia, hypermagnesemia, hypophosphatemia, and hyperphosphatemia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the nursing process used for in the presentation of appropriate and effective nursing management in Lesson 3?

<p>The nursing process is used as a framework in the presentation of appropriate and effective nursing management in Lesson 3.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of electrolyte imbalance?

<p>Electrolyte imbalance refers to an abnormality in the concentration of electrolytes in the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do electrolyte imbalances affect the different body systems?

<p>Electrolyte imbalances can significantly affect the different body systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the outcomes that will be presented at the end of Lesson 3?

<p>At the end of Lesson 3, the outcomes include differentiating the ten major types of electrolyte imbalances and presenting the nursing interventions addressing these imbalances.</p> Signup and view all the answers
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