Fluid-Volume Deficit Treatment Quiz
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What is the primary goal of treatment for fluid-volume deficit?

  • Increase fluid loss
  • Decrease electrolyte levels
  • Administer diuretics
  • Restore fluid volume (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of fluid-volume deficit?

  • Excessive perspiration
  • Hemorrhage
  • Diuresis (correct)
  • Third-space fluid shifts

    • What effect can the use of diuretics have on fluid volume?

  • Reduce risk of fluid-volume deficit
  • Lead to a fluid deficit (correct)
  • Increase fluid volume
  • Restore electrolyte balance

    • Which condition does NOT increase the risk of fluid-volume deficit?

    <p>Fluid overload</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of conditions that increase fluid loss on the risk of fluid-volume deficit?

    <p>They increase the risk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which electrolyte imbalance can potentially lead to both muscle cramps and fatal arrhythmias?

    <p>Hypokalemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does sodium primarily play in regulating cellular activity?

    <p>Facilitating nerve impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by high sodium levels in the body?

    <p>Hypernatremia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dehydration can potentially result in which of the following electrolyte imbalances?

    <p>Hyponatremia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What consequence can hyperkalemia have on the body?

    <p>Numbness and tingling sensations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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