Cellular Hydration: Ensuring that cells are adequately hydrated is essential for their function. Nurses must monitor fluid intake and output to prevent hypernatremia or hyponatremia. Medication Administration: Some medications can affect osmotic balance. For instance, diuretics can cause the body to lose water and electrolytes, impacting osmotic pressure. Dialysis: In patients with renal failure, dialysis uses osmotic principles to filter waste products from the blood.
