1. Describe the location and functions of body fluids, including the factors that affect
variations in fluid compartments.
2. Describe the functions, regulation, sources, and losses of the main electrolytes of the
body.
3. Explain the principles of osmosis, osmotic (oncotic) pressure, diffusion, active transport,
and filtration.
4. Explore how different types of IV solutions affect fluid shifts in the body.
5. Describe how thirst and the organs of homeostasis (kidneys, heart and blood vessels,
lungs, adrenal glands, pituitary gland, parathyroid glands) function to maintain fluid
homeostasis.
6. Explore nursing assessment of fluid and electrolyte imbalances
7. Compare and contrast fluid volume deficit and fluid volume overload including client
assessment
8. Identify risk factors for fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
9. Describe the role of dietary modification, modification of fluid intake, medication
administration, and IV therapy in resolving fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
10. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care related to select nursing diagnoses
involving fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
11. Explain sources of intake and output and properly calculate client’s intake and output
12. Explain nursing care for the client with a peripheral IV catheter
13. Describe signs and symptoms of peripheral IV complications
14. Describe rationale for skills related to fluid and electrolytes
a. Initiating a peripheral venous access for IV infusion