Fluid and Electrolytes

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Which body fluid compartment makes up approximately 70% of the total body fluid?

  • Extracellular Fluid Compartment (ECF)
  • Intravascular Fluid
  • Intracellular Fluid Compartment (ICF) (correct)
  • Interstitial Fluid

What is the approximate percentage of body weight that is water in infants?

  • 60%
  • 70%
  • 80% (correct)
  • 50%

Which sex has a higher percentage of body weight as water?

  • Both have the same percentage
  • Female
  • It depends on the individual
  • Male (correct)

What is one of the functions of water in the body?

<p>Maintain blood volume (plasma) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of electrolytes in the body?

<p>Promote cellular chemical function (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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