Fluids
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Fluids

Test your knowledge of fluids, electrolytes, and acid-base disorders with this quiz. Covering body fluid compartments, composition, management, and acid-base balance, this quiz is a valuable resource for medical students and healthcare professionals.

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Questions and Answers

What is the approximate percentage of total body water in males?

60%

How does the percentage of total body water change with age?

Decreases

Where is the majority of body water contained?

Interstitial fluid compartment

Why do infants and children have a larger requirement of body fluids?

<p>Immature kidney function</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the higher percentage of total body water in males compared to females?

<p>Greater muscle mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate percentage of total body water in males?

<p>60-70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the majority of body water contained?

<p>Intracellular fluid compartment</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the percentage of total body water change with age?

<p>Decreases with age</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the higher percentage of total body water in males compared to females?

<p>Greater muscle mass in males</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do infants and children have a larger requirement of body fluids?

<p>Higher metabolic rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

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