Objectives

Objectives

1. Discuss the function, distribution, movement, and regulation of fluids and electrolytes in the body.

2. Describe the regulation of acid-base balance in the body, including the role of the lungs, kidneys.

3. Identify factors affecting normal body fluid& electrolyte.

4. Discuss the risk factors for and the causes and effects of fluid & electrolyte

5. Collect assessment data related to the client's fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance.

6. Identify examples of nursing diagnoses, outcomes, and interventions for clients with altered fluid, and electrolyte balance.

7. Teach clients measures to maintain fluid and electrolyte.

8. Implement measures to correct imbalances of fluids and electrolytes.

9. Evaluate the effect of nursing interventions on the client's fluid, electrolyte.

10. Verbalize the steps used in:

    1. Starting an intravenous infusion

    2. Monitoring an intravenous infusion

    3. Changing an intravenous container, tubing, and dressing