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Distribution of Body Fluids

Body fluid is made up of water and certain dissolved substances called electrolytes.

ECF two main compartments:

  1. Intravascular fluids (Plasma 20%) found within the vascular system.

  2. Interstitial (75%) found surrounding the cells.

Questions on Distribution of Body Fluids

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

<p>Feeling dizzy when standing up is a sign of orthostatic hypotension, which is a possible sign of fluid loss. Orthostatic hypotension is a condition where the blood pressure drops when changing position from lying or sitting to standing. This can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting. Orthostatic hypotension can be caused by hypovolemia, which is a decrease in the volume of blood in the body due to fluid loss. Fluid loss can occur from bleeding, vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, or burns.</p>

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

<p>Increased chloride is a feature of normal anion gap metabolic acidosis, also known as hyperchloremic acidosis. This is because chloride replaces bicarbonate as the major anion in the blood when bicarbonate is lost or consumed by acids. However, increased chloride is not a feature of high anion gap metabolic acidosis, which is caused by accumulation of organic acids such as ketones or lactate.</p>

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

<p>Encouraging ambulation is not an appropriate intervention for a client who has fluid overload due to renal failure. Ambulation may increase the workload on the heart and lungs, and exacerbate the symptoms of fluid overload. The nurse should assist the client with activities of daily living, and provide rest periods between activities.</p>

<p>Constipation and abdominal pain are not common symptoms of diuretic use or fluid and electrolyte imbalance. They can be caused by many other factors, such as dietary changes, lack of fiber, medication side effects, or bowel obstruction. Constipation and abdominal pain can also be signs of a serio

<p>This statement indicates a need for further teaching. Fluids and electrolytes do not help increase body fat or lower blood pressure. Body fat is determined by the balance between calorie intake and expenditure, not by fluid intake. Blood pressure is influenced by many factors, such as cardiac out

<p>Dry mucous membranes are a sign of dehydration because the body loses moisture from the mouth, nose, and eyes when it is dehydrated. The nurse can assess this by looking at the lips, tongue, and oral cavity for dryness and cracking.</p>
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