Water and Electrolyte Disorders: Introduction to Total Body Water and Ion Distribution
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What is the total body water as a percentage of body weight?

  • 60% (correct)
  • 70%
  • 80%
  • 50%

    • Which part of the body contains 2/3rd of the total body water?

  • Intracellular (correct)
  • Intravascular
  • Extracellular
  • Interstitial

    • What is the main function of sodium?

  • Maintain acid-base balance
  • Produce energy
  • Maintain potassium balance
  • Maintain water balance (correct)

    • What is the major intracellular cation?

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

    Which is a characteristic symptom of hypovolaemia?

    <p>Dry mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two main components of the management of sodium and volume depletion?

    <p>Treat the cause and replace the salt and water deficits</p> Signup and view all the answers

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