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What assessment should be performed to monitor potential fluid retention in a patient?
What assessment should be performed to monitor potential fluid retention in a patient?
Which symptom may indicate fluid volume excess in a patient?
Which symptom may indicate fluid volume excess in a patient?
Which neurological change should be assessed in patients experiencing fluid volume alterations?
Which neurological change should be assessed in patients experiencing fluid volume alterations?
How does fluid volume deficit typically impact respiratory status?
How does fluid volume deficit typically impact respiratory status?
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What is the relationship between weight gain and fluid retention?
What is the relationship between weight gain and fluid retention?
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Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of hypovolemia?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of hypovolemia?
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What lab finding may indicate dehydration in hypovolemia?
What lab finding may indicate dehydration in hypovolemia?
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Which treatment is primarily used to replace both water and electrolytes in hypovolemia?
Which treatment is primarily used to replace both water and electrolytes in hypovolemia?
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Which of the following could indicate a successful management of hypovolemia?
Which of the following could indicate a successful management of hypovolemia?
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What is dehydration primarily characterized by?
What is dehydration primarily characterized by?
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Which condition is NOT a possible cause of ECF volume excess?
Which condition is NOT a possible cause of ECF volume excess?
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Which of the following is a cause of hypovolemia?
Which of the following is a cause of hypovolemia?
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What is the primary result of blood loss in hypovolemia?
What is the primary result of blood loss in hypovolemia?
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What type of IV solution is typically used to replace both water and needed electrolytes?
What type of IV solution is typically used to replace both water and needed electrolytes?
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Which type of fluid is administered when rapid volume replacement is indicated?
Which type of fluid is administered when rapid volume replacement is indicated?
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Which of the following symptoms is NOT commonly associated with fluid volume deficit?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT commonly associated with fluid volume deficit?
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What is a key monitoring parameter to assess fluid volume deficit?
What is a key monitoring parameter to assess fluid volume deficit?
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How is hypervolemia characterized?
How is hypervolemia characterized?
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Which condition can lead to fluid volume deficit due to disease processes?
Which condition can lead to fluid volume deficit due to disease processes?
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What is a common clinical manifestation of fluid volume deficit?
What is a common clinical manifestation of fluid volume deficit?
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What is the principal cation found in intracellular fluid?
What is the principal cation found in intracellular fluid?
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What is the primary form of therapy for managing fluid volume excess?
What is the primary form of therapy for managing fluid volume excess?
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Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of hypervolemia?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of hypervolemia?
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How many kilograms of weight gain correspond to approximately 1000 mL of fluid retention?
How many kilograms of weight gain correspond to approximately 1000 mL of fluid retention?
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What indicates a patient is at risk for hypovolemic shock?
What indicates a patient is at risk for hypovolemic shock?
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Which nasal diagnosis is associated with the risk for impaired skin integrity?
Which nasal diagnosis is associated with the risk for impaired skin integrity?
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Which of the following symptoms may indicate hypervolemia?
Which of the following symptoms may indicate hypervolemia?
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What may be necessary if fluid excess leads to ascites or pleural effusion?
What may be necessary if fluid excess leads to ascites or pleural effusion?
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What measurement indicates concentrated urine?
What measurement indicates concentrated urine?
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What is a potential complication of hypervolemia?
What is a potential complication of hypervolemia?
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What cardiovascular change might indicate a fluid volume deficit?
What cardiovascular change might indicate a fluid volume deficit?
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Which nursing diagnosis is more likely to be associated with hypovolemia?
Which nursing diagnosis is more likely to be associated with hypovolemia?
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What complication can arise from excess fluid in the body?
What complication can arise from excess fluid in the body?
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Which action is essential for accurately assessing fluid retention in patients?
Which action is essential for accurately assessing fluid retention in patients?
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Which of the following is a nursing implementation for monitoring fluid volume?
Which of the following is a nursing implementation for monitoring fluid volume?
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What respiratory symptom might be observed in a patient with fluid excess?
What respiratory symptom might be observed in a patient with fluid excess?
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How does fluid deficit affect the respiratory rate?
How does fluid deficit affect the respiratory rate?
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What are the common classifications of fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
What are the common classifications of fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
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A patient with prolonged nasogastric suction is most likely to experience a deficiency of which electrolytes?
A patient with prolonged nasogastric suction is most likely to experience a deficiency of which electrolytes?
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Which condition is synonymous with ECF volume deficit?
Which condition is synonymous with ECF volume deficit?
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Which of the following could cause fluid and electrolyte imbalances directly?
Which of the following could cause fluid and electrolyte imbalances directly?
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What can lead to metabolic alkalosis in a patient suffering from electrolyte imbalances?
What can lead to metabolic alkalosis in a patient suffering from electrolyte imbalances?
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What nursing process principle is important when managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
What nursing process principle is important when managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
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Which of the following best differentiates fluid volume deficit from dehydration?
Which of the following best differentiates fluid volume deficit from dehydration?
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Which therapeutic measure can result in fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
Which therapeutic measure can result in fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
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Study Notes
Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
- Outcomes: Describe safe, patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care for adults, guided by the Caritas philosophy. Discuss critical thinking and clinical reasoning to provide quality patient care.
Competency
- Describe factors creating a culture of safety related to medication administration.
- Discuss critical thinking and clinical judgment used for accurate, safe medication administration.
Concept
- Fluid and Electrolyte: Physiological mechanisms maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance promoting bodily functions.
Unit Outcomes
- Describe the nursing process and collaborative management when caring for patients with fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
- Fluid imbalances:
- Extracellular fluid volume deficit
- Extracellular fluid volume excess
Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances Overview
- Directly caused by illness or disease (e.g., burns, heart failure).
- Result of therapeutic measures (e.g., IV fluids, diuretics).
- Classified as deficits or excesses.
- Example: Prolonged nasogastric suction may cause Na+, K+ deficiency; fluid volume deficit, and metabolic alkalosis.
- Imbalances commonly occur in patients with major illnesses or injuries due to disrupted homeostatic mechanisms. Imbalances can be directly caused by illness or disease, or by therapeutic measures (e.g., IV fluids/medications).
Extracellular Fluid Volume Imbalances
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Deficit (Hypovolemia): Not the same as dehydration. Dehydration is only water loss, whereas Hypovolemia involves loss of both water and sodium. This results in decreased blood volume (intravascular fluid), and increased interstitial fluid (edema)
- Intracellular fluid contains: Solutes (oxygen, electrolytes, glucose). Cations (potassium, magnesium). Anions (phosphate, sulfate).
- Extracellular fluid contains: Principal electrolytes (sodium, chloride, bicarbonate). Interstitial fluid (surrounds cells). Intravascular fluid (plasma). Transcellular and lymph fluids.
- Excess (Hypervolemia/Edema): Increased intravascular fluid.
Possible Causes of ECF Volume Deficit (Hypovolemia)
- Abnormal loss of body fluids (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea, GI suctioning, fistulas, chronic laxative/enema use).
- Renal losses (e.g., diuretics, renal disorders, endocrine disorders).
- Hemorrhage.
- Excessive sweating, increased temperature.
- Inadequate intake.
Fluid Volume Deficit Clinical Manifestations
- Initial signs: thirst, dry mucus membranes, decreased urine output, weakness, lethargy, postural hypotension.
- Possible hypovolemic shock: hypotension, tachycardia, tachypnea, decreased/absent urine output, decreased cardiac output. Coma, death.
- Assessments: intake and output, vital signs (orthostatic blood pressure/pulse), skin turgor, mucous membrane moisture, capillary refill.
- Labs may show an increased hematocrit due to relative concentration of RBCs with less fluid in the vasculature.
Fluid Volume Deficit Management (Hypovolemia)
- Treatment: Replace water and electrolytes.
- PO fluids
- IV fluids (Lactated Ringers or isotonic 0.9% sodium chloride): used for rapid volume replacement when caused by blood loss/ volume loss and isotonic 0.9% sodium chloride when needed rapid volume replacement.
- Evaluation: Monitor intake and output, blood pressure.
Possible Causes of ECF Volume Excess (Hypervolemia)
- Retention of sodium and water (e.g., heart failure, liver cirrhosis, renal failure, increased ADH & aldosterone in stress conditions).
- Excessive intake of sodium-containing foods, drugs causing sodium retention, sodium-containing IV fluids.
Fluid Volume Excess Clinical Manifestations
- Excess volume: weight gain ( > 5% body weight)
- Circulatory overload: bounding pulse, jugular vein distention, increased central venous pressure.
- Respiratory distress: Dyspnea/orthopnea, crackles, cough (pulmonary edema).
- Other: Polyuria, ascites, edema.
Nursing Implementation for Fluid Imbalances
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Daily weights: Weigh patients at the same time each day, wearing the same clothes, using the same calibrated scale. A 1 kg (2.2 lbs) weight gain is equal to about 1000 ml (1 L) of fluid retention.
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Monitor intake and output (I&O): Oral, IV, tube feedings; urine output, perspiration, wound drainage, vomiting, diarrhea).
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Monitor fluid volume status: Include checking for changes in vital signs (blood pressure, pulse force, jugular venous distention), ECG changes, and orthostatic hypotension.
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Assess neurologic function: Level of consciousness, pupillary response, voluntary movement.
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Assess respiratory changes: Pulmonary congestion, shortness of breath, and crackles.
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Other Assessments: Skin assessment (turgor), mucous membranes (moisture).
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This quiz explores the critical aspects of nursing care related to fluid and electrolyte imbalances. It covers the physiological mechanisms, patient-centered care, and the nursing process involved in managing these imbalances effectively. Enhance your understanding of medication administration and safety within the healthcare setting.
