Mastering Electrolytes: Sodium Imbalances Explained | Nursing School Week by Week
Join Melanie as she dives into the critical topic of electrolytes in nursing school. This episode focuses on sodium, known as the brain's best friend, explaining its normal ranges, symptoms of imbalances, causes, and essential nursing interventions. Learn how to identify and manage hyponatremia and hypernatremia to safeguard your patients. Stay tuned for practical examples, real-world scenarios, and a preview of the next episode on potassium.
00:00 Introduction to Electrolytes
01:36 Understanding Sodium: The Brain's Best Friend
02:05 Hyponatremia: Low Sodium Levels
05:51 Hypernatremia: High Sodium Levels
09:55 Conclusion and Next Steps: Potassium
