This handy guide provides the crucial coverage you need to quickly recall the signs, symptoms, and treatments of common fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base imbalances. You’ll find explanations of the different types of IV fluids and their actions/effects on the body, critical lab values for each type of imbalance, guidance on how to start, maintain, and troubleshoot IVs, and NCLEX alerts to draw attention to frequently-tested NCLEX topics.Its simple and direct approach makes an often challenging subject easier to understand and its easy-to-use format make it the perfect reference for any setting.