title: Fluid and electrolyte balance.
abstract: Assessment and careful maintenance of fluid and electrolyte balance in patients is an essential part of the nurse's role. This article explores fluid and electrolyte balance with reference to the normal physiology of body fluids and regulation of fluids and electrolytes. It also considers some common conditions associated with fluid imbalance.
authors.affiliation: School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Dundee.
authors.forename: Ella
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: McLafferty
authors.forename: Carolyn
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Johnstone
authors.forename: Charles
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Hendry
authors.forename: Alistair
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Farley
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D006113:United Kingdom; D014882:Water-Electrolyte Balance; D014883:Water-Electrolyte Imbalance