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This set of flashcards covers essential vocabulary and key concepts related to fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance.
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Fluid balance
The management of the amount of water in the body to maintain health.
Electrolyte balance
The maintenance of stable levels of electrically charged minerals in the body fluids.
Acid-base balance
The regulation of pH levels in the body to ensure they remain within a narrow range.
Common imbalances
Disruptions in fluid, electrolytes, or acid-base status that can affect health.
Underlying causes of imbalances
Factors that lead to disturbances in fluid, electrolyte, or acid-base homeostasis.
Assessment priorities
Key focus areas in evaluating patients with imbalances to inform treatment.