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. 2014 Mar;28(29):42-9.
doi: 10.7748/ns2014.03.28.29.42.e5531.

Fluid and electrolyte balance

Ella McLafferty  1 , Carolyn Johnstone, Charles Hendry, Alistair Farley
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Fluid and electrolyte balance

Ella McLafferty et al. Nurs Stand. 2014 Mar.

Abstract

Assessment and careful maintenance of fluid and electrolyte balance in patients is an essential part of the nurse's role. This article explores fluid and electrolyte balance with reference to the normal physiology of body fluids and regulation of fluids and electrolytes. It also considers some common conditions associated with fluid imbalance.

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