Body Fluids Flipped Class Flashcards

1
Q

What are the terms that define an increase and a decrease in ECF

A

Expansion and contraction respectively

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2
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What are the effects of isotonic expansion and contraction of ECF on cell volume

A

No change, the only way to change the cell volume is to change the osmolality of the ECF

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3
Q

What should be given in extreme dehydration

A

5% dextrose, analogous to pure water as dextrose is metabolized in the liver later

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4
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Hyponatremia

A

Na deficiency

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