myocardial infarction and the effect on fluid and electrolyte imbalances hello to anyone and everyone who can help me! i am a nursing student currently undertaking a case study looking at a client experiencing a myocardial infarction. now, the question i pose is how does the myocardial infarction effect the fluid and electolyte balances and why is it an important diagnosis/intervention following a mi? also, what would be critial nursing interventions for dealing with fluid and electrolyte imbalances relating to mi's? what makes these intervention critical? i have researched this topic extensively but am having alot of trouble identifying clear examples and reasons for this imbalance. it is quite a confusing subject and would greatly appreciate any assistance with this !!!! thankyou for you help... hope to hear some advice soon!- regards- claire