Fluid Volume Deficit (FVD) Management Quiz

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What is a common mechanism through which fluid volume deficit (FVD) may occur?

Excessive salt intake

Excessive fluid intake

Excessive sweating

Excessive urination (polyuria) (correct)

What is the urine output per hour that indicates FVD in an adult?

More than 1 mL/kg/h

Less than 5 mL/kg/h

Less than 1 mL/kg/h (correct)

More than 2 mL/kg/h

What is a characteristic of skin turgor in a person with severe FVD?

The skin becomes excessively dry

The skin immediately returns to its normal position when released

The skin flattens more slowly after the pinch is released

The skin may remain elevated for many seconds (correct)

What vital sign should be closely monitored in FVD?

Body temperature Signup and view all the answers

In a healthy person, how does pinched skin respond when released?

Immediately returns to its normal position Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential cause of fluid volume deficit (FVD)?

Diarrhea Signup and view all the answers

What does a urine output of less than 1 mL/kg/h in an adult represent?

A healthy renal response Signup and view all the answers

How often should fluid intake and output (I&O) be monitored to assess for FVD?

At least every 8 hours, and sometimes hourly Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of turgor in a person with FVD?

The skin flattens more slowly after the pinch is released Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential effect on vital signs in FVD?

A decrease in body temperature Signup and view all the answers

What is the best method to measure tissue turgor?

By pinching the skin over the sternum, dorsal surface of the hand, inner aspects of the thighs, or forehead Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of FVD?

Polyuria Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential indicator of fluid volume deficit (FVD) in a person's mouth?

Dry mouth Signup and view all the answers

How is urine concentration monitored in a volume-depleted patient?

By measuring the urine specific gravity Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of severe FVD on mental function?

Confusion, lack of cognition, and delirium Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential indicator of hypovolemia in patients with relatively normal cardiopulmonary function?

Low central venous pressure Signup and view all the answers

How can fluid losses be minimized in a patient with diarrhea?

Administering antidiarrheal medications and small volumes of oral fluids at frequent intervals Signup and view all the answers

What type of fluids are prescribed to increase extracellular fluid (ECF) volume?

Isotonic fluids Signup and view all the answers

What may be offered to a patient with fluid volume deficit and oral discomfort?

Small volumes of oral rehydration solutions Signup and view all the answers

What may be needed before oral fluid replacement can be tolerated if nausea is present?

An antiemetic Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential indicator of fluid volume deficit in the tongue?

Additional longitudinal furrows and a smaller tongue Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential color of highly concentrated urine?

Dark amber-colored Signup and view all the answers

What may be assessed to determine whether hypovolemia exists in patients with acute cardiopulmonary decompensation?

Pressures in both sides of the heart Signup and view all the answers

What may indicate either fluid volume deficit or mouth breathing?