5 Questions
What percentage of body fluid is intracellular fluid (ICF) in adults?
75%
What is the primary regulator of maintaining fluid balance in the body?
Kidney
What triggers the thirst mechanism in the body?
Hypothalamus
What is the approximate daily total fluid output from the body through urine, insensible losses, skin, and GI?
2000-2300mL
What is the average range of fluid intake needed per day for adults?
2000-2500mL
Test your knowledge of fluid and electrolyte balance in the body with this quiz. Explore the distribution of body fluids, the role of water in metabolic reactions, and factors affecting total body water.
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