August 13, 2021

Nursing Tip of the Day! - Infectious Diseases

Category: Infectious Diseases 
Cholera can cause volume losses of 10–20 liters per day, resulting in hypovolemic shock, sunken eyes and loss of skin turgor and elasticity (washerwoman hands). Severe acidosis secondary to bicarbonate loss can trigger Kussmaul respirations.

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