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Which term describes the accumulation of fluid in interstitial spaces, known as edema?
Which term describes the accumulation of fluid in interstitial spaces, known as edema?
- Fluid Status
- Second Spacing (correct)
- Third Spacing
- First Spacing
What is the best indicator of fluid status according to the text?
What is the best indicator of fluid status according to the text?
- Daily weight changes (correct)
- Amount of electrolytes
- Intake and Output monitoring
- Hydrostatic pressure
What process involves fluid movement through a semi-permeable membrane created by cell walls?
What process involves fluid movement through a semi-permeable membrane created by cell walls?
- Osmosis (correct)
- Osmolality
- Hydrostatic pressure
- Diffusion
Which term reflects the concentration of fluid affecting water movement between compartments by osmosis?
Which term reflects the concentration of fluid affecting water movement between compartments by osmosis?
In extreme cases, what can excessive accumulation of fluid in areas with minimal fluid lead to?
In extreme cases, what can excessive accumulation of fluid in areas with minimal fluid lead to?
What does osmotic pressure measure according to the text?
What does osmotic pressure measure according to the text?
What is a neurological manifestation of prolonged hypokalemia?
What is a neurological manifestation of prolonged hypokalemia?
How does potassium depletion affect insulin release?
How does potassium depletion affect insulin release?
What is a common ECG finding associated with hypokalemia?
What is a common ECG finding associated with hypokalemia?
What is a potential consequence of prolonged hypokalemia on kidney function?
What is a potential consequence of prolonged hypokalemia on kidney function?
Why should clients receiving digitalis be monitored closely for hypokalemia?
Why should clients receiving digitalis be monitored closely for hypokalemia?
What is a nursing intervention for a client with hypokalemia related to potassium administration?
What is a nursing intervention for a client with hypokalemia related to potassium administration?
What is the normal range of urine output per hour in a patient?
What is the normal range of urine output per hour in a patient?
Which blood test is used to determine protein metabolism?
Which blood test is used to determine protein metabolism?
What is the normal range for urine specific gravity in individuals?
What is the normal range for urine specific gravity in individuals?
Which chronic condition is NOT listed as a risk factor for fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
Which chronic condition is NOT listed as a risk factor for fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
What can cause Fluid Volume Deficit (Hypovolemia or FVD)?
What can cause Fluid Volume Deficit (Hypovolemia or FVD)?
Which medication can contribute to fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
Which medication can contribute to fluid and electrolyte imbalances?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of hyponatremia associated with sodium loss and water gain?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of hyponatremia associated with sodium loss and water gain?
When the serum sodium level drops below which value, signs of increasing intracranial pressure may occur?
When the serum sodium level drops below which value, signs of increasing intracranial pressure may occur?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended medical management strategy for hyponatremia?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended medical management strategy for hyponatremia?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the administration of highly hypertonic sodium solutions?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the administration of highly hypertonic sodium solutions?
Which of the following laboratory findings is indicative of hyponatremia?
Which of the following laboratory findings is indicative of hyponatremia?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the management of hyponatremia?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the management of hyponatremia?
Which of the following is a manifestation of hypercalcemic crisis?
Which of the following is a manifestation of hypercalcemic crisis?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended nursing management for hypercalcemia?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended nursing management for hypercalcemia?
Which of the following cardiovascular changes may occur in hypercalcemia?
Which of the following cardiovascular changes may occur in hypercalcemia?
What is the primary goal of administering intravenous fluids in the management of hypercalcemia?
What is the primary goal of administering intravenous fluids in the management of hypercalcemia?
Which of the following laboratory findings is indicative of hypercalcemia?
Which of the following laboratory findings is indicative of hypercalcemia?
Which of the following measures is recommended to counteract calcium salt deposits in the urine?
Which of the following measures is recommended to counteract calcium salt deposits in the urine?
