Fluid Balance and Urinalysis Flashcards
1
Q
Fluid balance
A
The maintenance of the correct amount of fluid in the body
2
Q
Where do you measure fluid input and output over a 24 hour period?
A
Fluid balance chart
3
Q
Hypervolaemia
A
Increase in blood volume (due to increased fluid)
4
Q
Hypovolaemia
A
Decrease in blood volume due to decrease in fluids
5
Q
Urinalysis
A
The analysis of the volume and physical, helical and microscopic properties of urine
6
Q
Three factors to look for in urine
A
Colour
Turbidity
Smell
