Fluid Imbalances Flashcards
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What is dehydration?
A
Fluid deficit with no electrolyte imbalance.
1
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What can cause fluid volume deficit? Explain.
A
Hypovolaemia
- abnormal loss of fluid
- inadequate intake
- fluid shifting
2
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What can cause fluid volume excess? Explain.
A
Hypervolaemia
- excessive intake of fluids
- abnormal retention of fluid
- fluid shifts
3
Q
What special considerations in the elderly are important? Name three.
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- lose water more easily through the skin
- kidney function altered (can’t concentrate urine or conserve water as easily)
- decreased thirst mechanism
- high risk of hypernatraemia (too much salt in the blood)
- physical difficulties (joint stiffness)
4
Q
What special considerations for children are important? Name all of them.
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- greater fluid requirements
- kidneys unable to conserve water and concentrate urine
5
Q
What considerations are important in chronic illness?
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- increased susceptibility to fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
