Fluid Balance during Exercise Flashcards
1
Q
What is the average fluid input per day at rest?
A
2550ml
2
Q
What is the average fluid output per day?
A
2550ml
3
Q
What is the maximum sweat rate that can be reached?
A
2.5L/hour
4
Q
What is hyponatremia?
A
Excess Na+ in the body fluid
5
Q
What is normal ECF Na+ concentration?
A
140mmol.L-1
6
Q
Who is most likely to suffer from hyponatremia?
A
Slower female competitors in prolonged endurance events. Their rate of heat production may not be high enough to necessitate signifiant fluid losses via sweating - females tend to have a lower sweat rate than males
