CHAPTER 8 Fluids and Electrolytes RN/ Priority Concepts 2023

CHAPTER 8 Fluids and Electrolytes RN/ Priority Concepts 2023Cellular Regulation; Fluid and Electrolytes I. Concepts of Fluid and Electrolyte Balance A. Electrolytes 1. Description: An electrolyte is a substance that, on dissolving in solution, ionizes; that is, some of its molecules split or dissociate into electrically charged atoms or ions (Box 8-1). 2. Measurement a. The metric system is used to measure volumes of fluids—liters (L) or milliliters (mL). b. The unit of measure that e...