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What is the key concept that physiology, concerning the normal functioning of living organisms, is centered around?
What is the key concept that physiology, concerning the normal functioning of living organisms, is centered around?
Homeostasis
Which of the following is NOT a basic type of tissue found in the human body?
Which of the following is NOT a basic type of tissue found in the human body?
Physiology, as a scientific discipline, solely focuses on the chemical processes within a living organism.
Physiology, as a scientific discipline, solely focuses on the chemical processes within a living organism.
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Which of the following best describes the function of the plasma membrane?
Which of the following best describes the function of the plasma membrane?
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What is the name of the model used to describe the structure of the plasma membrane?
What is the name of the model used to describe the structure of the plasma membrane?
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What is the term used to describe the ability of the plasma membrane to allow some substances to pass through more readily than others?
What is the term used to describe the ability of the plasma membrane to allow some substances to pass through more readily than others?
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the permeability of the plasma membrane?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the permeability of the plasma membrane?
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The lipid bilayer portion of the plasma membrane allows for the easy passage of polar, uncharged molecules.
The lipid bilayer portion of the plasma membrane allows for the easy passage of polar, uncharged molecules.
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Which type of transport across the plasma membrane does NOT require cellular energy?
Which type of transport across the plasma membrane does NOT require cellular energy?
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What is the type of active transport that utilizes energy obtained from the hydrolysis of ATP?
What is the type of active transport that utilizes energy obtained from the hydrolysis of ATP?
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The sodium-potassium pump is a type of secondary active transport.
The sodium-potassium pump is a type of secondary active transport.
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In secondary active transport, what is the source of energy used to drive the movement of substances?
In secondary active transport, what is the source of energy used to drive the movement of substances?
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What is the primary function of the sodium-potassium pump?
What is the primary function of the sodium-potassium pump?
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The energy stored in a sodium or hydrogen concentration gradient can be used to drive secondary active transport.
The energy stored in a sodium or hydrogen concentration gradient can be used to drive secondary active transport.
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Which of these is not a type of membrane transport mechanism?
Which of these is not a type of membrane transport mechanism?
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What is the function of vesicles in cellular transport?
What is the function of vesicles in cellular transport?
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Endocytosis and exocytosis both require cellular energy in the form of ATP.
Endocytosis and exocytosis both require cellular energy in the form of ATP.
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What are the two major fluid compartments found in the human body?
What are the two major fluid compartments found in the human body?
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What is the name of the fluid located between tissue cells in the body?
What is the name of the fluid located between tissue cells in the body?
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What percentage of the body's total fluid volume is made up of intracellular fluid?
What percentage of the body's total fluid volume is made up of intracellular fluid?
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What is the name of the fluid component of the blood that is considered part of the extracellular fluid?
What is the name of the fluid component of the blood that is considered part of the extracellular fluid?
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The composition of plasma and interstitial fluid are more similar to each other than they are to intracellular fluid.
The composition of plasma and interstitial fluid are more similar to each other than they are to intracellular fluid.
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Which of the following ions is found at a higher concentration in intracellular fluid compared to extracellular fluid?
Which of the following ions is found at a higher concentration in intracellular fluid compared to extracellular fluid?
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What is the primary mechanism responsible for maintaining the distinct ionic composition of intracellular and extracellular fluids?
What is the primary mechanism responsible for maintaining the distinct ionic composition of intracellular and extracellular fluids?
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What is the term used to describe the state of balance in the body's fluid and electrolyte content?
What is the term used to describe the state of balance in the body's fluid and electrolyte content?
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The regulation of body water gain is primarily controlled by the volume of water intake?
The regulation of body water gain is primarily controlled by the volume of water intake?
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Which of the following is NOT a primary route of water loss from the body?
Which of the following is NOT a primary route of water loss from the body?
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Name the three hormones that play significant roles in regulating renal sodium and chloride reabsorption in the body.
Name the three hormones that play significant roles in regulating renal sodium and chloride reabsorption in the body.
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What is the primary factor that determines the osmolarity of body fluids?
What is the primary factor that determines the osmolarity of body fluids?
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Cells tend to shrink when the osmolarity of the interstitial fluid is higher than that of the intracellular fluid.
Cells tend to shrink when the osmolarity of the interstitial fluid is higher than that of the intracellular fluid.
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What is the term used to describe the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration?
What is the term used to describe the movement of water across a semipermeable membrane from an area of lower solute concentration to an area of higher solute concentration?
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What is the primary cause of edema?
What is the primary cause of edema?
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Water intoxication, also known as dilutional hyponatremia, is caused by the depletion of electrolytes in the body.
Water intoxication, also known as dilutional hyponatremia, is caused by the depletion of electrolytes in the body.
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In the context of water intoxication, what is the primary consequence of the decrease in blood sodium concentration?
In the context of water intoxication, what is the primary consequence of the decrease in blood sodium concentration?
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What is the term used to describe the state where the body maintains a stable internal environment despite external changes?
What is the term used to describe the state where the body maintains a stable internal environment despite external changes?
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The lipid bilayer of the plasma membrane is permeable to large, uncharged polar molecules.
The lipid bilayer of the plasma membrane is permeable to large, uncharged polar molecules.
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Transmembrane proteins can passively increase the permeability of the plasma membrane.
Transmembrane proteins can passively increase the permeability of the plasma membrane.
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Small, uncharged polar molecules, like nitrogen, cannot easily pass through the plasma membrane.
Small, uncharged polar molecules, like nitrogen, cannot easily pass through the plasma membrane.
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A concentration gradient refers to the uniform distribution of substances across the plasma membrane.
A concentration gradient refers to the uniform distribution of substances across the plasma membrane.
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The inner surface of the plasma membrane is more positively charged than the outer surface.
The inner surface of the plasma membrane is more positively charged than the outer surface.
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Passive processes require cellular energy to move substances across the plasma membrane.
Passive processes require cellular energy to move substances across the plasma membrane.
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Endocytosis allows macromolecules like proteins to pass through the plasma membrane without energy consumption.
Endocytosis allows macromolecules like proteins to pass through the plasma membrane without energy consumption.
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Ions, such as Na+, are more concentrated in the cytosol than in the extracellular fluid.
Ions, such as Na+, are more concentrated in the cytosol than in the extracellular fluid.
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Active transport moves substances downhill against their concentration gradient.
Active transport moves substances downhill against their concentration gradient.
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The sodium-potassium pump exports K+ and imports Na+ into the cell.
The sodium-potassium pump exports K+ and imports Na+ into the cell.
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Secondary active transport utilizes energy directly from ATP to move substances across the membrane.
Secondary active transport utilizes energy directly from ATP to move substances across the membrane.
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Endocytosis involves materials moving out of a cell via vesicles.
Endocytosis involves materials moving out of a cell via vesicles.
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ATP is required for both endocytosis and exocytosis.
ATP is required for both endocytosis and exocytosis.
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Carrier proteins in secondary active transport can move substances in the same or opposite directions.
Carrier proteins in secondary active transport can move substances in the same or opposite directions.
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Primary active transport relies on the establishment of a concentration gradient by passive transport.
Primary active transport relies on the establishment of a concentration gradient by passive transport.
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Vesicles play a role in transporting materials to and from the extracellular fluid.
Vesicles play a role in transporting materials to and from the extracellular fluid.
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Physiology is solely focused on the physical structure of living organisms.
Physiology is solely focused on the physical structure of living organisms.
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The smallest structural unit of life is the tissue level.
The smallest structural unit of life is the tissue level.
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The humoral theory suggests that the balance of four major fluids determines health.
The humoral theory suggests that the balance of four major fluids determines health.
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An organ can consist of only one type of tissue.
An organ can consist of only one type of tissue.
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Homeostasis refers to the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment.
Homeostasis refers to the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment.
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Each individual's unique 'complexion' in humoral physiology is determined by environmental factors alone.
Each individual's unique 'complexion' in humoral physiology is determined by environmental factors alone.
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Epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous are the four basic types of tissue in the body.
Epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous are the four basic types of tissue in the body.
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The study of physiology includes the analysis of chemical processes within living organisms.
The study of physiology includes the analysis of chemical processes within living organisms.
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The digestive system is an example of an organ system that includes organs like the stomach and liver.
The digestive system is an example of an organ system that includes organs like the stomach and liver.
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Aristotle contributed significantly to the field of physiology by discussing the healing power of nature.
Aristotle contributed significantly to the field of physiology by discussing the healing power of nature.
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The plasma membrane is best described by the rigid structure model.
The plasma membrane is best described by the rigid structure model.
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Permeable membranes allow substances to pass through them easily.
Permeable membranes allow substances to pass through them easily.
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The four humors in humoral physiology are blood, air, black bile, and yellow bile.
The four humors in humoral physiology are blood, air, black bile, and yellow bile.
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Physiology is defined as the branch of biology that deals with the homeostasis of non-living organisms.
Physiology is defined as the branch of biology that deals with the homeostasis of non-living organisms.
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Molecules are formed when two or more atoms are joined together.
Molecules are formed when two or more atoms are joined together.
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The organismal level is the highest level of structural organization in the human body.
The organismal level is the highest level of structural organization in the human body.
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The body's water loss through evaporation from the skin is approximately 600mL per day.
The body's water loss through evaporation from the skin is approximately 600mL per day.
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Fluid balance is completely independent of electrolyte balance in the body.
Fluid balance is completely independent of electrolyte balance in the body.
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Potassium (K+) ions are concentrated outside cells while sodium (Na+) ions are concentrated inside cells.
Potassium (K+) ions are concentrated outside cells while sodium (Na+) ions are concentrated inside cells.
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The kidneys can excrete excess water in the form of concentrated urine.
The kidneys can excrete excess water in the form of concentrated urine.
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Hydrostatic pressure is the force exerted by a fluid against a wall, facilitating fluid movement between compartments.
Hydrostatic pressure is the force exerted by a fluid against a wall, facilitating fluid movement between compartments.
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Metabolic synthesis of water during dehydration synthesis accounts for 200mL of daily water gain.
Metabolic synthesis of water during dehydration synthesis accounts for 200mL of daily water gain.
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Water is only gained by the body through the ingestion of liquids and does not include metabolic processes.
Water is only gained by the body through the ingestion of liquids and does not include metabolic processes.
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The sodium-potassium pump is powered by ATP to move sodium into the cytoplasm and potassium out into the extracellular fluid.
The sodium-potassium pump is powered by ATP to move sodium into the cytoplasm and potassium out into the extracellular fluid.
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Dehydration occurs when water gain is greater than water loss.
Dehydration occurs when water gain is greater than water loss.
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Angiotensin II and aldosterone inhibit urinary reabsorption of Na+ and Cl- when dehydrated.
Angiotensin II and aldosterone inhibit urinary reabsorption of Na+ and Cl- when dehydrated.
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Water intoxication can lead to convulsions, coma, or death.
Water intoxication can lead to convulsions, coma, or death.
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The osmolarity of interstitial fluid is typically lower than that of intracellular fluid.
The osmolarity of interstitial fluid is typically lower than that of intracellular fluid.
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Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) promotes the reabsorption of Na+ and Cl- in the kidneys.
Atrial natriuretic peptide (ANP) promotes the reabsorption of Na+ and Cl- in the kidneys.
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Edema refers to the accumulation of excess fluid in the tissues.
Edema refers to the accumulation of excess fluid in the tissues.
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Changes in osmolarity primarily result from alterations in sodium concentration.
Changes in osmolarity primarily result from alterations in sodium concentration.
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Water intoxication can also be referred to as water poisoning.
Water intoxication can also be referred to as water poisoning.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Physiology and Fluid Balance
- Physiology is the study of the normal functioning of a living organism
- Physiology encompasses the chemical and functional processes within an organism
- It's an integrative science examining functions at various levels of organism complexity
- Physiology is the science of life
- Islamic medicine defines physiology as 'ilm umur tabi'iyyah', meaning the science of natural affairs
- Muslim physiology is based on the humoral theory, different from modern physiology
- The humoral theory proposes four major fluids (blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile) dominate the human body
- Each humor is composed of heat, cold, dryness, and moisture
- Individual constitution is dictated by the dominating humor, influencing bodily functions, character, and intelligence
Learning Objectives
- Understanding the concept of physiology
- Explaining body fluid compartments
- Describing movement across membranes (passive transport, diffusion, mediated transport, facilitated diffusion, and active transport)
- Understanding the significance of water and solute balance in the body
- Describing the physiological regulation known as homeostasis
What is Physiology?
- The study of an organism's functions and how it works at different levels
- Focuses on the chemical and functional processes of living organisms
- Aristotle contributed to the study of the function of living organisms
- Hippocrates emphasized natural healing and connected physiology to medicine
- Physiology examines functions at multiple levels
From Oxford Dictionary
- Physiology is the study of homeostasis in living organisms and their parts
- Illustrates the hierarchical manner that physiology encompasses multiple levels of organization, from atoms to molecules, to organisms
- Physiology is the science of life
From Philosophy of Islamic Medicine
- Physiology is the science of natural affairs in Islamic medicine
- It focuses on the functioning of human body structures and organs
- Muslim physiology is based on the humoral theory, which differs in many respects from modern physiology
Humoral Physiology
- Four major fluids (blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile) are central to this theory
- Each humor is composed of two elements (heat, cold, dryness, and moisture)
- Each individual's natural complexion/constitution is defined by one dominant humor, influencing bodily traits
Levels of Structural Organization and Body Systems
- Exploration of the human body ranges from atoms/molecules to the entire person
- 6 levels of organization:
- Chemical (smallest - atoms and molecules)
- Cellular (basic building blocks of life)
- Tissue (groups of cells functioning together)
- Organ (structures with specific functions)
- System (composed of related organs working together)
- Organismal (encompassing all levels for the survival of the whole person)
Chemical Level
- Atoms (C, H, O, N, P, Ca) are essential for life
- Molecules (DNA, glucose) are formed by combinations of atoms
Cellular Level
- Molecules combine to form cells which are the basic structural and functional unit of an organism
- Cells are composed of chemicals
- Examples include muscle, nerve, and epithelial cells
Tissue & Organ Level
- Tissues are groups of similar cells working together for a common cause
- Four types include epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous
- Organs are structures made up of two or more tissue types with specific functions and identifiable shapes (e.g., stomach, skin, bones, heart, liver, lungs, brain)
System (Organ-System) Level
- Consists of related organs with a common function (e.g., digestive, endocrine)
- Examples include digestive, endocrine, nervous, respiratory, muscular, skeletal, circulatory, immune systems
- An organ can belong to multiple systems
The relationship between clinical manifestation, physiology, and molecular level interaction
- Clinical manifestations are explained by physiological processes, which in turn are governed by molecular interactions
Branches of Physiology
- Molecular physiology (individual molecules like proteins and DNA)
- Neurophysiology (nerve cells)
- Endocrinology (hormones and their control of body function)
- Cardiovascular physiology (heart and blood vessels)
- Immunology (body's defenses)
- Respiratory physiology (air passageways and lungs)
- Renal physiology (kidneys)
- Exercise physiology (muscle activity)
- Pathophysiology (disease and aging)
Membrane Permeability
- Describes how substances move through the plasma membrane; how permeable some substances are
- The plasma membrane is selectively permeable, permitting some substances (nonpolar, uncharged molecules) to cross more readily than others (ions, larger polar molecules).
- Transmembrane proteins (channels, carriers) increase membrane permeability to ions, and polar, uncharged molecules.
- Macromolecules (too large) cross only via endocytosis/exocytosis
Gradients Across The Plasma Membrane
- Concentration gradient - difference in chemical concentration between locations
- Electrical gradient - difference in electrical charges between regions
- Membrane potential - the charge difference across the membrane due to the uneven distribution of ions.
- Gradients drive substance movement
Transport Across The Plasma Membrane
- Essential for cellular life
- Substances enter/leave the cells - through passive or active transport
- Active transport (energy required, e.g., sodium-potassium pump)
- Passive transport (no energy required, e.g., diffusion)
- Vesicles (endocytosis, exocytosis)
Active Transport
- Primary active transport - energy obtained from ATP
- Secondary active transport - energy from an existing ionic gradient (e.g., sodium-gradient driven by primary active transport)
Primary Active Transport: Sodium-Potassium Pump
- Expels sodium and brings potassium into the cell; critical process; maintaining ion concentrations
Secondary Active Transport
- Involves a carrier protein
- Substances move in the same direction (symporter) or opposite directions (antiporter)
Transport in Vesicles
- Vesicles: Small, spherical sacs for transporting materials
- Function: transport materials between cellular structures, importing/exporting materials
- Endocytosis (enters the cell via plasma membrane vesicle formation)
- Exocytosis (exits via cell membrane vesicle fusion)
Distribution and Compartment of Body Fluids
- Cell membranes compartmentalize the body
- Body fluids exist in intracellular and extracellular compartments
- Intracellular fluid: fluid inside the cells
- Extracellular fluid (ECF): fluid outside the cells, consisting of interstitial fluid (between cells) and plasma (in blood vessels)
Body Fluid Compartments
- Body fluids comprise 50-60% of body mass for lean adults
- Intracellular fluid makes up about two-thirds of the body's water
- Extracellular fluid (ECF) comprises the remaining one-third
- Plasma and interstitial fluid make up ECF
Water and Electrolyte Balance: How It Is Important?
- Water balance is important for homeostasis
- Dehydration can lead to issues (e.g., reduced function, heart strain, headaches)
- Maintaining water/electrolyte levels is crucial
Fluid Movement Between Compartments
- Hydrostatic pressure and osmotic pressure drive fluid movement across cell membranes and capillaries
- Filtration (fluid exit from capillaries) and reabsorption (fluid re-enters capillaries)
- Surplus fluid is drained by the lymphatic system.
Homeostasis
- A state of internal balance among body systems
- Maintains stable internal conditions for survival.
- Body temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar regulation are examples
Water Intoxication
- Occurs when the body absorbs water faster than the kidneys can excrete it
- Can result in severe complications like convulsions and coma
Intro: Water Intoxication
- Water intoxication (water poisoning/ dilutional hyponatremia)
- It's the potentially fatal disturbance in brain functions caused by electrolyte imbalance due to overhydration or consuming water rapidly exceeding the body's ability to excrete it
- It often occurs from overconsumption in a specific period of time without receiving essential nutrients
Regulation of Body Water Gain
- Primarily determined by water intake
- Dehydration: water loss is greater than gain, causing decrease in fluid volume and osmolarity
- Stimulates the thirst center in the hypothalamus which increases thirst to normalize body fluids
Regulation of Water and Solute Loss
- Elimination through urine
- Extent of urinary salt loss determines fluid volume
- Hormonal regulation (e.g., Angiotensin, ADH, ANP, and aldosterone) regulates sodium (Na+) and chloride (Cl-) reabsorption in kidneys, impacting water loss
Movement of Water Between Compartments
- Cells maintain similar intracellular and interstitial osmolarity
- Changes in interstitial fluid osmolarity (e.g., increase) will draw water from cells - causing shrinkage
- Osmolarity impacts fluid movement
Movement of Water: Osmolarity
- Water flows in/out of cells via osmosis across cell membranes, based on concentration differences
Water Intoxication
- Drinking water faster than kidneys excreting can lead to convulsions and coma
- Also known as water poisoning or dilutional hyponatremia
Intro: Water Intoxication
- Water intoxication (water poisoning/ dilutional hyponatremia)
- A hazardous disturbance in brain functions caused by electrolyte imbalance stemming from excessive hydration.
- It can be considered toxic
- Frequently occurs when water is consumed in large quantities without the proper intake of necessary nutrients.
Hyponatremia and Athletes
- Athletes are prone to hyponatremia (low sodium level in the blood)
- Caused by excessive sweating, poor electrolyte intake, and high water intake
- Exercise and/or sweating can significantly increase fluid loss, requiring adequate electrolyte intake with water consumption to lessen this effect
Electrolyte Imbalance
- Electrolyte imbalances caused by conditions such as diarrhea or vomiting lead to extracellular fluid depletion
- The conditions can influence water/electrolyte balance, necessitating medical intervention
Edema
- Edema is the accumulation of excess fluid in tissues.
- Can result from various factors, such as allergic reactions that cause capillary leakage
Other Examples
- Three common examples of homeostasis are body temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar
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- The roles of body systems in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance
- The use of illustrations of fluid compartments
- Emphasis of the critical importance of fluid regulation in a person's health
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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of physiology and the role of fluid balance within living organisms. It covers the historical perspectives of Muslim physiology, including the humoral theory and its influence on bodily functions. Students will learn about body fluid compartments and the mechanisms of movement across membranes.
