NUR 641E Week 3 Discussion Question 1, Electrolyte Imbalance

NUR 641E Week 3 Question 1

Share a case study of an electrolyte imbalance from your practice or from the literature. Summarize the case study in 1-2 paragraphs. Then discuss the clinical manifestations of the imbalance, the pathophysiology behind the imbalance, normal cell membrane transport of the electrolyte(s), and any alterations in cell membrane transport caused by the imbalance. How was the electrolyte imbalance resolved? Analyze the case study to determine any areas in which patient or staff education may have helped to prevent the electrolyte imbalance.

Use at least three scholarly, peer-reviewed resources less than 5 years old in addition to course materials