Fluid and Electrolyte mnemonic devices

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Hello... Does anyone know a mnemonic device for signs and symptoms of hypovolemia and hypervolemia? Test in 2 days and I am trying to find one... Let me know thanx

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I'm not even sure how you'd apply one to that.

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Specializes in Cath Lab & Interventional Radiology.

Probably the easiest way to remember hypo/hypervolemia is to think it through. What are you going to see if a person is dehydrated? What are you going to see/hear if the person is fluid excess? You really just need to understand fundamentally the manifestations of each.

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I totally agree, memorizing did nothing for me. Understanding why is so much better for you in the end. Just think about having too little, or not enough fluid*blood in the vascular system. ... good luck :)

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