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Informative Article | Medical Surgical | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 999 - 1000 | India
Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance in Critical Care: A Review of Pathophysiology, Clinical Impact, and Nursing Management
Abstract: Fluid and electrolyte balance is essential for maintaining cellular homeostasis and organ function. Critically ill patients are particularly vulnerable to fluid and electrolyte imbalances due to underlying disease processes, aggressive therapeutic interventions, and altered physiological responses. Imbalances such as hyponatremia, hypernatremia, hypokalemia, hyperkalemia, hypocalcemia, and fluid overload are frequently observed in intensive care units (ICUs) and are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. This review explores the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic considerations, and evidence-based nursing management strategies for fluid and electrolyte disturbances in critically ill patients. Emphasis is placed on the pivotal role of critical care nurses in early identification, monitoring, and timely intervention to improve patient outcomes.
Keywords: fluid imbalance, electrolyte disorders, critical care, intensive care unit, nursing management
How to Cite?: Neetha Dalvi S, D N Renukadevi, "Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance in Critical Care: A Review of Pathophysiology, Clinical Impact, and Nursing Management", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 999-1000, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26316122223, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26316122223