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What is the primary cation found in extracellular fluid?
What is the primary cation found in extracellular fluid?
What is the total amount of anions in extracellular fluid?
What is the total amount of anions in extracellular fluid?
Which of the following ions is predominantly found inside cells?
Which of the following ions is predominantly found inside cells?
What electrolyte is mostly responsible for the attraction that dissolves salts in water?
What electrolyte is mostly responsible for the attraction that dissolves salts in water?
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Which of these ions numbers 27 mEq/L in extracellular fluid?
Which of these ions numbers 27 mEq/L in extracellular fluid?
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Why is water considered more important to life than any other nutrient?
Why is water considered more important to life than any other nutrient?
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What can happen if there is a deficiency in water compared to other nutrients?
What can happen if there is a deficiency in water compared to other nutrients?
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How does the body maintain fluid balance?
How does the body maintain fluid balance?
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Which minerals are important for regulating body fluids?
Which minerals are important for regulating body fluids?
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What is the implication of calcium deficiency?
What is the implication of calcium deficiency?
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Which statement is true regarding the relationship between minerals and body fluids?
Which statement is true regarding the relationship between minerals and body fluids?
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What may result from an imbalance of electrolytes?
What may result from an imbalance of electrolytes?
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What triggers the kidneys to release renin?
What triggers the kidneys to release renin?
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Why is phosphorus considered important in the body?
Why is phosphorus considered important in the body?
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What is the role of angiotensin in the body?
What is the role of angiotensin in the body?
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Which hormone is released by the pituitary gland in response to high salt concentrations?
Which hormone is released by the pituitary gland in response to high salt concentrations?
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How do aldosterone and ADH affect the kidneys?
How do aldosterone and ADH affect the kidneys?
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What does renin activate?
What does renin activate?
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What is the relationship between aldosterone and the adrenal glands?
What is the relationship between aldosterone and the adrenal glands?
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What is primarily retained in the body when aldosterone acts on the kidneys?
What is primarily retained in the body when aldosterone acts on the kidneys?
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What best describes the mechanism of action for ADH?
What best describes the mechanism of action for ADH?
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What situation may lead to medical emergencies due to fluid and electrolyte loss?
What situation may lead to medical emergencies due to fluid and electrolyte loss?
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What is typically lost indiscriminately during fluid loss from vomiting or diarrhea?
What is typically lost indiscriminately during fluid loss from vomiting or diarrhea?
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What medical condition can lead to excessive potassium excretion due to adrenal gland abnormalities?
What medical condition can lead to excessive potassium excretion due to adrenal gland abnormalities?
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Why is simply drinking water insufficient to restore electrolyte balance after dehydration?
Why is simply drinking water insufficient to restore electrolyte balance after dehydration?
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In what scenario is rapid replacement of fluids and electrolytes particularly crucial?
In what scenario is rapid replacement of fluids and electrolytes particularly crucial?
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What are healthcare workers encouraged to use to treat mild-to-moderate cases of diarrhea?
What are healthcare workers encouraged to use to treat mild-to-moderate cases of diarrhea?
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Which electrolyte is lost in high amounts due to uncontrolled diabetes?
Which electrolyte is lost in high amounts due to uncontrolled diabetes?
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What can caregivers use to prepare for oral rehydration therapy?
What can caregivers use to prepare for oral rehydration therapy?
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What role do electrolytes play in the body?
What role do electrolytes play in the body?
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Which statement about minerals is true?
Which statement about minerals is true?
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Which of these factors can disrupt water and acid-base balance?
Which of these factors can disrupt water and acid-base balance?
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Why are minerals considered inorganic substances?
Why are minerals considered inorganic substances?
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How does the body handle ingested minerals?
How does the body handle ingested minerals?
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What is the main reason that minerals require little care during food preparation?
What is the main reason that minerals require little care during food preparation?
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What distinguishes major minerals from trace minerals?
What distinguishes major minerals from trace minerals?
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What is the primary function of the kidneys regarding electrolyte balance?
What is the primary function of the kidneys regarding electrolyte balance?
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What is the concentration of sodium in intracellular fluid?
What is the concentration of sodium in intracellular fluid?
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Which electrolyte has the highest concentration in extracellular fluid?
Which electrolyte has the highest concentration in extracellular fluid?
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What is the extracellular concentration of potassium?
What is the extracellular concentration of potassium?
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Which of the following electrolytes is primarily found in the intracellular fluid?
Which of the following electrolytes is primarily found in the intracellular fluid?
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What is the total mEq/L of cations in intracellular fluid?
What is the total mEq/L of cations in intracellular fluid?
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What is the concentration of chloride in intracellular fluid?
What is the concentration of chloride in intracellular fluid?
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Which of the following anions has the highest concentration in extracellular fluid?
Which of the following anions has the highest concentration in extracellular fluid?
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What is the difference in concentration between bicarbonate in extracellular fluid and intracellular fluid?
What is the difference in concentration between bicarbonate in extracellular fluid and intracellular fluid?
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Study Notes
Water and Major Minerals
- Water is essential for life, more so than other nutrients
- Can only survive a few days without water, deficiencies of other nutrients may take much longer
- Water comprises about 60% of an adult's weight, higher in children. Lean tissue has a higher water percentage than fat tissue
- Water transports nutrients and waste products
- Maintains the structure of large molecules like proteins and glycogen
- Participates in metabolic reactions
- Serves as a solvent for various molecules
- Acts as a lubricant and cushion around joints and organs
- Aids in regulating body temperature through sweating
- Maintains blood volume
Water Balance
- Water balance is the balance between water intake and output
- Thirst regulates water intake, sensing changes via the mouth, hypothalamus, and nerves, and stopping with hydration signaling
- Water intake is regulated by the body's ability to regulate fluid retention and excretion.
- Excessive fluid intake can lead to hyponatremia, a dangerous condition with severe symptoms like confusion, seizures, and potential death.
- Water loss can cause dehydration, initial symptoms are thirst with further loss causing weakness, exhaustion, delirium, and possibly death.
Water Intake and Sources
- Water intake includes beverages and foods.
- Fruits and vegetables contain a high water percentage.
- Water is also produced during metabolism
- Recommended water intake is 8 to 12 cups a day
Water Output
- Obligatory water excretion of about 1½ liters is needed to remove waste products resulting daily metabolic activities
- Water loss through urine, sweat and respiration varies depending on humidity, physical activity and other factors.
- Water balance relies on healthy kidneys.
Electrolytes
- Electrolytes are minerals that help regulate body fluids
- Intracellular fluid is inside cells and is high in potassium and phosphate
- Extracellular fluid is outside cells and high in sodium and chloride.
- Imbalances of electrolytes can be life-threatening.
- Water follows electrolytes across membranes.
Minerals
- Essential, inorganic, and vital nutrients
- Major minerals, like calcium, phosphorus, are needed in larger quantities.
- Trace minerals are needed in smaller amounts.
- Minerals have diverse bodily functions
- The body regulates mineral balance through hormonal signals (e.g., ADH, renin and aldosterone).
- Certain minerals are crucial for bone health, and blood pressure regulation
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Maintaining a balance of fluids, especially inside and outside cells, is essential.
- Imbalances can have severe consequences.
Acid-Base Balance
- The body carefully regulates the acidity (pH) of fluids in a narrow range.
- Imbalances can cause major problems in metabolic processes.
- Buffers—bicarbonate and carbonic acid—work to neutralize acids and bases to maintain a stable pH.
Major Minerals
- Inorganic elements that have specific roles in body process.
- Include sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and sulfur.
Sodium
- Plays a major role in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance
- Essential for nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and acid-base balance.
- Dietary sodium is often higher in processed food.
- Excessive intake is linked to hypertension.
Chloride
- Necessary for fluid balance and functioning in gastric acid.
- Often found in association with sodium.
Potassium
- Important for fluid balance within cells.
- Essential for nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction.
- High potassium intake may counteract high sodium intake, and lower blood pressure.
Calcium
- Critical for bone health and blood clotting.
- Essential for various bodily functions, including muscle contraction and nerve transmission.
- Imbalances can lead to osteoporosis
- Daily intake of calcium is important for health.
Phosphorus
- Important mineral for bone health and energy metabolism
- Plays a crucial role in DNA, RNA structure.
- Found in many foods; dietary deficiency is rare.
Magnesium
- Plays a role in bone health, nerve function, and muscle contractions
- Supports normal function of immune system.
- Deficiency is not particularly common.
- High intake of Magnesium can have fatal symptoms.
Sulfate
- Necessary for the structure and function of some proteins.
- Found in many foods, and deficiency is typically not encountered in healthful diets.
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Test your knowledge on the roles of electrolytes and minerals in maintaining fluid balance in the body. This quiz covers various ions, their significance, and the body's response to electrolyte imbalances. Understand how these components contribute to overall health.
