title: Assessing laboratory values: serum Na+, K+, and Ca+.
abstract: Three common electrolytes--sodium, potassium, and calcium--often are measured in home health patients. The nurse must monitor these laboratory values so that any abnormalities are detected early. Early detection and early treatment can prevent further complications for the homebound patient.
authors.affiliation: Florida State University School of Nursing, Tallahassee, USA.
authors.forename: S H
authors.initials: SH
authors.lastname: Faria
mesh_terms: D002118:Calcium / Q000097:blood*; D003152:Community Health Nursing; D006699:Home Care Services; D018577:Homebound Persons; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D011188:Potassium / Q000097:blood*; D012964:Sodium / Q000097:blood*
chemical_list: D012964:Sodium; D011188:Potassium; D002118:Calcium