Pregnancy fluid balance

Conditions with High Impact on Fluid Balance Burn Injury and Pregnancy... 

As we have seen in this chapter steroids have a number of functions in human physiology Cholesterol is a component part of cell mem branes and is found in large amounts in the brain Derivatives of cholic acid assist the digestion of fats in the small intestine Cortisone and its derivatives are involved in maintaining the electrolyte balance in body fluids The sex hormones responsible for mascu line and feminine characteristics as well as numerous aspects of pregnancy from conception to birth are steroids... 

Clients with burn injury and pregnancy may present with fluid volume concerns. The nurse must provide patient and caregiver education regarding measures needed to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance and detect and report early signs of cardiac or vascular dysfunction so that treatment can be provided promptly. 

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