With a clear, comprehensive approach, this quick-reference handbook on the basic principles of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balances, imbalances and related disorders is a must-have for all nursing students.

Features:

• The chapter on increased intra-cranial pressure has been completely rewritten with a stronger focus on neurotrauma and common conditions that cause increased intra-cranial pressure.
• Includes a new, comprehensive glossary for quick reference.
• Provides a new appendix of The Joint Commission's (TJC) List of Accepted Abbreviations.
• Convenient handbook size and accessible information make this a handy, portable resource.
• Developmental approach provides examples across the life span that illustrate common health problems associated with imbalances.
• Nursing assessments, diagnoses, interventions and rationales are presented in a tabular format for quick retrieval and ease of comprehension.

Joyce LeFever Kee, RN, MS
Associate Professor Emerita
College of Health and Nursing Sciences
University of Delaware
Newark, Delaware

Betty J. Paulanka, RN, EdD
Dean and Professor
College of Health and Nursing Sciences
University of Delaware
Newark, Delaware

Carolee Polek, RN, PhD, AOCNS
Associate Professor
College of Health and Nursing Sciences
University of Delaware
Newark, Delaware