Leukocytes
Leukocytes QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Leukocytes, or white blood cells (WBCs), have specific functions involving the inflammatory process, namely, to defend the body against infection and to clean…
Infectious Microorganisms
Infectious Microorganisms QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Many microorganisms live on the internal and external exposed surfaces of the human body without causing harm. When the normal balance of…
Immune Response
Immune Response QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Immune system functions include protecting the body against invasion by foreign substances, such as microorganisms like bacteria; maintaining homeostasis by removing damaged…
Acid-Base Balance
Acid-Base Balance QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Maintenance of acid-base balance is critical for life and health and is achieved through various buffer systems and compensatory mechanisms of the…
Questions and Answers
Questions and Answers PART I · QUESTIONS 1. Which of the following groups is most at risk for fluid volume deficits? a. School-aged children b. Infants c. Middle-aged women d….
Electrolyte Balance: Part II
Electrolyte Balance: Part II QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Electrolytes are essential for normal cellular functioning and help to maintain normal fluid balance in tissues and cells. Certain electrolytes…
Electrolyte Balance: Part 1
Electrolyte Balance: Part 1 QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Electrolytes play a key role in maintaining homeostasis. Any alteration or imbalance of fluids or electrolytes can lead to severe…
Fluid Balance
Fluid Balance QUICK LOOK AT THE CHAPTER AHEAD Fluids are distributed in various compartments in the body, with movement back and forth to maintain homeostasis. This movement is a result…
5: Common Nursing Care Procedures
Part 5 Common Nursing Care Procedures MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION Safety Precautions 1. Take a drug allergy history. 2. Check the following five Rs for correctness: Right drug Right dosage Right time…
1: History and Physical Assessment
Part 1 History and Physical Assessment HEALTH HISTORY Information Identifying Information 1. Name 2. Address 3. Telephone number 4. Age 5. Birth date 6. Race/ethnic group 7. Gender 8. Religion/spiritual…
