Fluid & Sodium Balance

Course overview

UAN: 0018-0000-19-210-H04-P RELEASE: 112/12/2019 EXPIRE: 12/12/2022 CREDITS: 1.5 LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. Review distribution of fluid between body compartments 2. Determine daily fluid requirements for acutely ill adult patients 3. Differentiate between types of hyponatremia and hypernatremia 4. Develop therapeutic plans for treating hyponatremia and hypernatremia NOTE: An annual subscription for Purdue's nutrition support pharmacy re-certification program provides access to both the continuing education component of the program and the "Professional Resources" for practitioners. Subscriptions to the continuing educational offerings, which have been accredited through ACPE and BPS, can be purchased for an annual fee of $195 for pharmacists.