HESI Fluid & Electrolyte Imbalance Exam Newest 2026 Questions and Correct Detailed Answers Already Graded A+

HESI Fluid & Electrolyte Imbalance Exam Newest
2026 Questions and Correct Detailed Answers
Already Graded A+



List four common causes of fluid volume deficit - CORRECT ANSWER-1.
diarrhea
2. diaphoresis
3. vomiting
4. GI suctioning
5. ascites
5. massive edema


List four common causes of fluid volume overload - CORRECT ANSWER-1.
renal failure
2. HF
3. cirrhosis
4. ingestion of table salt
5. overhydraiton


Identify two examples of isotonic IV solutions - CORRECT ANSWER-- Normal
saline
- lactated ringers

, Normal values: pH, PCO2, HCO3 - CORRECT ANSWER-1. pH: 7.35-7.45
2. PCO2: 35-45
3. HCO3: 22-26


List three systems that maintain acid-base balance - CORRECT ANSWER-1.
adrenal glands
2. lungs
3. kidneys
4. pituitary gland
5. parathyroid gland


fluid and electrolyte balance: heart - CORRECT ANSWER-pumps blood with
sufficient force to perfuse the kidneys, allowing the kidney's to work effectively


fluid and electrolyte balance: adrenal glands - CORRECT ANSWER-secrete
aldosterone which causes sodium retention, water mention and potassium
excretion


fluid and electrolyte balance: parathyroid glands - CORRECT ANSWER-
regulates calcium and phosphate balance


fluid and electrolyte balance: pituitary gland - CORRECT ANSWER-secretes
antidiuretic hormone (ADH), which causes the body to retain water


Fluid volume deficit: definition - CORRECT ANSWER-- body loses water and
electrolytes isotonically