A patient is prescribed an electrolyte replacement.How should the nurse explain the purpose of an electrolyte to the patient?

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B.Electrolytes are chemicals that can conduct electricity when dissolved in water.Examples of electrolytes are sodium,potassium,calcium,magnesium,acids,and bases.A.A substance that enhances a chemical reaction is a catalyst.C.A substance that uses electrical current to attach to receptor sites does not define any substance having to do with an electrolyte.D.A substance secreted by a gland that carries messages to target tissues is a hormone.

A Patient Is Prescribed an Electrolyte Replacement