Fluids, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Imbalances Flashcards
1
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ICF Infants
A
45
2
Q
ECF Infants
A
30
3
Q
ICF male
A
40
4
Q
ICF female
A
35
5
Q
ECF male
A
20
6
Q
ECF female
A
15
7
Q
It is one of the biggest compartments for fluids in the body. Often refer to as fluid inside the cell
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intracellular
8
Q
Includes blood plasma and further subdivided into 2 categories: interstitial and intravascular
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extracellular
9
Q
Fluid between tissues or cells
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interstitial
10
Q
The concept of 3rd space shifting
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when fluid leaks out from the ICF and ECF; it is not lost in the body but unavailable for use
11
Q
3rd space shifting is manifested by…
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Decrease U/O, EDEMA, JVD
12
Q
Major electrolyte ions
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Na, K, Ca, Mg, Cl, HPO2
13
Q
Function of Na
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Neuromuscular and fluid management
14
Q
Necessary for active transport of Na and K
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Magnesium
15
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Ion for Acid-base balance and osmolality
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Chloride
