Chemistry 5 Ions and Electrolytes Flashcards
1
Q
Functions of water in body
A
Transport remove waste products gas exchange in lungs body temp normal cell function water and electrolytes linked
2
Q
Account for water loss and gain in body (mls)
A
Fluid loss: Fluid gain
Respiration 200ml Drink 1200ml
skin 600ml Food 700ml
feces 100 ml Metabolic 300ml
urine 1300 ml
3
Q
Mechanisms of fluid loss
A
Los: Vomit, sweat, gut,urine and diarrhoea
Gain: Mouth, IV drip, intra-peritoneal drip
