5 Questions
Which of the following is true about total body water (TBW)?
TBW accounts for 60% of total body weight in young, lean males.
Which group of individuals has the highest proportion of body weight as water?
Newborns
What is the recommended adjustment for total body water (TBW) in obese individuals?
Approximately 10% to 20%
Which fluid compartment is NOT part of the extracellular fluid (ECF) compartment?
Intracellular fluid
What percentage of total body weight is accounted for by water in an average young adult female?
50%
Test your knowledge on fluid and electrolytes with this quiz! Learn about the relationship between total body weight and total body water, the water content in different types of tissues, and more. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of this important topic in healthcare.
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