Publicaciones científicas
Hypernatremia in critically ill patients.
Hypernatremia is common in intensive care units. It has detrimental effects on various physiologic functions and was shown to be an independent risk factor for increased mortality in critically ill patients. Mechanisms of hypernatremia include [...]
Urine osmolality. A definitive test of renal function.
The ability of the kidneys to concentrate urine is regarded as a sensitive indicator of renal function.1Â Since concentration tests are easily done, they enjoy wide clinical use. This renal activity is usually studied by measuring [...]
Improving nutrition and hydration in hospital: the nurse’s responsibility.
Ensuring that the nutrition and hydration needs of patients in hospital are met is part of the nurse's role. Adequate nutrition and hydration is vital for good health, from both a physical and psychological perspective, [...]
Effects of hydration and water deprivation on blood viscosity during a soccer game in sickle cell trait carriers.
The present study compared the changes in blood viscosity, hydration status, body temperature and heart rate between a group of sickle cell trait (SCT) carriers and a control (Cont) group before and after a soccer [...]