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What is the average daily intake of water by an adult?
What is the average daily intake of water by an adult?
- 2.5 L (correct)
- 4.5 L
- 1.5 L
- 3.5 L
What is the approximate amount of water lost through sweat daily?
What is the approximate amount of water lost through sweat daily?
- 200 mL
- 100 mL (correct)
- 500 mL
- 50 mL
Where does the majority of insensible water loss occur?
Where does the majority of insensible water loss occur?
- Lungs and skin (correct)
- Lungs only
- Kidneys and liver
- Skin only
What is the effect of cold temperatures on insensible water loss through the lungs?
What is the effect of cold temperatures on insensible water loss through the lungs?
What is the function of the cornified layer of the skin in terms of water loss?
What is the function of the cornified layer of the skin in terms of water loss?
What is the effect of burn injury on water loss through the skin?
What is the effect of burn injury on water loss through the skin?
What percentage of total body water is found in men aged 41-60 years?
What percentage of total body water is found in men aged 41-60 years?
What is the primary function of the interstitial fluid in the body?
What is the primary function of the interstitial fluid in the body?
What is the estimated percentage of interstitial fluid held in the gel structure of the interstitial space?
What is the estimated percentage of interstitial fluid held in the gel structure of the interstitial space?
What is the primary mechanism that minimizes loss of plasma volume from the intravascular space?
What is the primary mechanism that minimizes loss of plasma volume from the intravascular space?
What is a common manifestation of excess fluid in the interstitial space?
What is a common manifestation of excess fluid in the interstitial space?
What is the approximate volume of plasma in the average adult?
What is the approximate volume of plasma in the average adult?
What is the primary function of the renin-angiotensin system in maintaining intravascular fluid volume?
What is the primary function of the renin-angiotensin system in maintaining intravascular fluid volume?
What is the approximate blood volume of an adult in liters?
What is the approximate blood volume of an adult in liters?
What is the relationship between blood volume and body weight in non-obese individuals?
What is the relationship between blood volume and body weight in non-obese individuals?
What is the approximate percentage of potassium ions that are intracellular?
What is the approximate percentage of potassium ions that are intracellular?
What is the main difference in the composition of intracellular and extracellular fluid?
What is the main difference in the composition of intracellular and extracellular fluid?
What is the normal hematocrit for menstruating women?
What is the normal hematocrit for menstruating women?
