Human Body Water Quiz

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What is the approximate percentage of body weight that water constitutes?

70%

80%

50%

60% (correct)

Which group is likely to have a lower proportion of body water?

Infants

Elderly individuals (correct)

Individuals with high muscle mass

Athletes

Which of the following is NOT a function of water in the body?

Acts as a solvent

Carries nutrients

Aids in metabolic reactions

Regulates blood pressure (correct)

In the context of body fluids, what does homeostasis refer to?

Maintaining constant internal conditions Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the fluid inside cells?

Intracellular fluid Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these statements about water distribution in the body is correct?

Intracellular fluid is contained within the cells Signup and view all the answers

Which function of water is crucial for temperature regulation in the body?

Maintains blood volume Signup and view all the answers

What happens to water distribution during rapid adjustments for homeostasis?

Continual turnover occurs Signup and view all the answers

What primarily determines the acidity of body fluids?

Concentration of H+ ions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following mechanisms is NOT involved in maintaining acid-base balance?

Reabsorption of glucose Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the body controls water intake?

Hypothalamus Signup and view all the answers

What is one possible consequence of dehydration?

Delirium Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential effect of water intoxication?

Hyponatremia Signup and view all the answers

What primarily drives the movement of water across cell membranes?

Osmosis associated with electrolytes Signup and view all the answers

Which buffer component is a critical player in blood?

Bicarbonate Signup and view all the answers

Which electrolytes are predominantly found outside the cell?

Na, Cl Signup and view all the answers

What role does aldosterone play in fluid and electrolyte balance?

Promotes sodium retention and potassium excretion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following may indicate water intoxication?

Convulsions Signup and view all the answers

Which hormone is responsible for triggering thirst in response to decreased blood volume?

Angiotensin II Signup and view all the answers

Which ion is crucial for pH balance mechanisms in the body?

H+ ions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the sodium-potassium pump?

Increase potassium concentration inside the cell Signup and view all the answers

What happens to blood pressure when antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is released?

It increases due to fluid retention Signup and view all the answers

Which organ primarily regulates fluid and electrolyte balance through hormone release?

Kidneys Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of water following sodium in the kidneys?

Increases blood volume Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended water intake for men on average per day?

3.7 L Signup and view all the answers

How much sodium is recommended for adults aged 19 to 50 years per day?

1500 mg Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the roles of sodium in the body?

Fluid balance Signup and view all the answers

For infants and athletes, what is the water recommendation per kcal expended?

1.5 mL/kcal Signup and view all the answers

What is the classified term for table salt in chemistry?

Sodium chloride Signup and view all the answers

What is the sodium content in a McDonald's Big Mac?

940 mg Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of sodium in nerve transmission?

Transmission of electrical signals Signup and view all the answers

Which food item has the highest sodium content listed?

Greco Works Pizza (2 large slices) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of heat cramps?

Excessive loss of water and sodium Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following symptoms is associated with heat exhaustion?

Profuse sweating Signup and view all the answers

What condition arises from water intoxication?

Hyponatremia Signup and view all the answers

In a scenario that includes strenuous work and high temperatures, what is a critical factor that contributes to heat stroke?

Low body water and electrolytes Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes heat stroke?

Sweating stops and body temperature increases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of heat cramps?

Cold skin Signup and view all the answers

What best defines the role of sodium in fluid balance?

It helps in water retention and electrolyte balance. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of exerting oneself in high heat while being dehydrated?

Heightened risk of heat illness Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary cause of fluid and electrolyte imbalance?

Prolonged vomiting or diarrhea Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is specifically associated with negative water balance due to excessive loss of water?

Dehydration Signup and view all the answers

What solute is typically lost in sweat during heavy sweating?

Sodium Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential cause of dehydration?

Excessive exercise without fluid replenishment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following medications can lead to dehydration?

Diuretics Signup and view all the answers

What factor contributes to fluid loss during fever?

Increased metabolic rate Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a common cause of fluid and electrolyte imbalance?

Increased intake of artificial sweeteners Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions can lead to electrolyte imbalances due to water loss?

Diabetes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Water and Body Fluids

About 60% of body weight is water (higher in children)
Water content varies based on body composition
Lean tissue is mostly water (about 3/4 of weight)
Fat tissue contains less water (about 1/4 of weight)
Water proportion is lower in females, obese individuals, and the elderly
Water functions:
- Carries nutrients and waste products
- Maintains large molecule structure
- Participates in metabolic reactions
- Acts as a solvent
- Acts as a lubricant
- Aids in body temperature regulation
- Maintains blood volume

Distribution and Movement of Body Fluids

Every cell contains and is surrounded by fluid
Intracellular fluid (inside the cell)
Extracellular fluid (outside the cell, interstitial fluid)
Continual turnover of fluids
Rapid adjustments are needed to maintain homeostasis
Homeostasis is the maintenance of constant internal conditions (e.g., blood chemistry, temperature)

Osmosis

Water moves from an area of low solute concentration to high concentration across a semipermeable membrane
When solute is added to one side of a membrane, water moves to equalize the concentrations.

Water Follows Electrolytes

Some electrolytes reside inside cells (e.g., P, K, Mg, S)
Some electrolytes reside outside cells (e.g., Na, Cl)
Water moves to follow the electrolytes across the cell membranes through osmosis.

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Proteins attract water and regulate fluid movement
Transport proteins facilitate ion passage across cell membranes
Sodium-potassium pumps regulate fluid and electrolyte balance
The gastrointestinal tract (GI tract) and kidneys regulate fluid and electrolyte balance.

Blood Volume and Blood Pressure

Fluids maintain blood volume, influencing blood pressure
When blood volume or pressure falls:
- Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) is released, telling kidneys to retain more water and triggering thirst
- Renin is released by kidney cells, telling kidneys to reabsorb sodium
- Water retention then occurs as a result of sodium reabsorption
- Angiotensin II increases blood pressure and signals adrenal glands to release aldosterone.
- Aldosterone signals the kidney to conserve sodium and excrete potassium, thus again retaining water

Acid-Base Balance

Body fluid acidity depends on the concentration of H+ ions produced during metabolism.
pH needs to be neutralized through buffers in the blood; respiration in lungs; excretion by kidneys.
The bicarbonate-carbonic acid buffer system regulates pH. Carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O) form carbonic acid (H2CO3), which dissociates into hydrogen ions (H+) and bicarbonate ions (HCO3−). This system helps to maintain a stable pH within the body's fluids.

Water Intake

Controlled by the hypothalamus (responsible for thirst)
Decreased water or increased concentration of blood leads to increased thirst.
Increased water or distension of stomach leads to decreased thirst.

Water Recommendations

Adults: 1.0 to 1.5 mL of water per kcal expended
Infants and athletes: 1.5 mL of water per kcal expended
Men: 3.7 L/day.
Women: 2.7 L/day.

Sodium

Table salt (NaCl) is a source of sodium
Preserves food and enhances taste
Roles: fluid balance, acid-base balance, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction
Readily absorbed in the blood and travels to the kidneys.
Adequate Intake (AI) for sodium: -19-50 years: 1500 mg/day -51-70 years: 1300 mg/day -70+ years: 1200 mg/day
CDRR for sodium: 2300 mg/day (to reduce risk of chronic diseases)

Chloride

Chloride (Cl−) is an essential nutrient
Involved in fluid and electrolyte balance
Associated with sodium outside and potassium inside cells
Moves passively through membrane channels
Part of hydrochloric acid (HCl), crucial for digestion
Abundant in foods, often consumed as part of salt.
Deficiency and toxicity are uncommon

Potassium

A cation found inside cells
Roles: fluid and electrolyte balance, nerve transmission, muscle contraction
Sodium and potassium exchange places rapidly to maintain balance.

Phosphorus

Important role in various body functions.
Sources include protein-rich foods (such as milk, meat, and legumes).

Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance

Causes: prolonged vomiting, diarrhea, heavy sweating, burns, traumatic wounds, certain medications
Solutes in lost fluids depend on the reason for fluid loss (e.g., sodium in sweat)
Replacement of lost fluids and electrolytes is necessary.

Dehydration

Water loss exceeds intake, resulting in a negative water balance
Causes include diarrhea, vomiting, fever, excessive sweating, unmanaged diabetes, and diuretic use.

Heat Illnesses

Heat cramps, exhaustion, and stroke
Causes: strenuous activity in hot environments, inadequate water intake

Water Intoxication

Causes hyponatremia (low sodium in blood)

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