2027 Update) Essentials of Pathophysiology |
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Water carries:
1) Nutrients ______
2) Waste ______
3) Enzymes ______
4) Blood cells ______
1) Nutrients into the cell
2) Waste out of the cells
3) Enzymes in digestive secretions
4) Blood cells around the body
What is intracellular fluid (ICF)?
Fluid found inside the cells
Intracellular fluid is how much of the body's water?
2/3 of the body's water
What is extracellular fluid (ECF)?
Fluid outside the cells
, Exam 1 V2: NUR2063 / NUR 2063 (Latest 2026 /
2027 Update) Essentials of Pathophysiology |
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Extracellular fluid is how much of the body's water?
1/3 of the body's water
Extracellular fluid is divided into what?
Interstitial fluid and Intravascular fluid
Define interstitial fluid
Fluid between the cells
Define intravascular fluid
Fluid inside the blood vessels
Fluid deficit of the intravascular compartment is often referred to as?
Fluid volume deficit or hypovolemia and dehydration
Fluid deficit causes
Vomiting and diarrhea
, Exam 1 V2: NUR2063 / NUR 2063 (Latest 2026 /
2027 Update) Essentials of Pathophysiology |
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Fluid deficit signs and symptoms
Thirst
Dry mucous membranes
Altered LOC (consciousness)
Tachycardia
Weak, thready pulse
Oliguria (urine output) <400mL/day or <20mL/hr
Weight loss
Fluid deficit hypotension is caused by?
Fluid volume levels decreasing
Excess fluid in the intravascular space is referred to as?
Hypervolemia or fluid volume excess
Fluid excess causes
Excessive sodium or water intake, inadequate sodium or water elimination