Renal System Flashcards
1
Q
Fluid balance is:
A
The balance of input and output of fluids in the body to allow metabolic processes to function properly.
2
Q
To assess fluid balance, nurses need to know…
A
They need to know about fluid compartments in the body and how fluid moves between these compartments.
3
Q
Dehydration is defined as…
A
It is defined as a 1% or greater loss of body mass as a result of fluid loss.
4
Q
Three assessments are…
A
Body weight, clinical assessment and urine output (review of fluid balance chart)
5
Q
Fluid balance reporting is…
A
Frequently inadequate and inaccurate as not always considered vital information.
6
Q
Intake and output.
INPUTS…
A
Oral fluid intake is (1500ml) Food is (500ml) Metabolism is (500ml)
Total: (25000ml)
7
Q
OUTPUTS
A
Urine (1500ml)
Insensible loss = sweat, lungs, faeces (100ml)
Total - (25000ml)
