Hypovolemia is also referred to as fluid volume deficit or dehydration. Hypovolemia is a low fluid in the blood. Fluid volume deficit can occur due to a loss of water or electrolytes in the body. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatments, types, diagnostics to watch, and more as a part of the nursing NCLEX review.

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There are three main types of dehydration: hypertonic dehydration, hypotonic dehydration, and isotonic dehydration.

Signs and symptoms of fluid volume deficit include: dry mucous membrances, increased heart rate, hypotension, decreased skin turgor, increased capillary refill etc.

Treatment goals are to replace the fluid or electrolytes lost. The nurse would want to weigh patient daily, administer fluids per doctor's order, obtain strict intake and output etc.

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