Fluid Regulation Workbook Flashcards
Universal Solvent in the body
Water
What does solute refer to
Substance that is dissolved in a solvent
Describe the process of diffusion
Process where molecules or particles spread from an area of high concentration to low concentration
Describe the process of osmosis
process where molecules move across a semipermeable membrane from an area of low solute to high solute
two main fluid compartment of the body
Extracellular fluid compartment and Intracellular fluid compartment
Location of Extracellular fluid
Body fluid located outside cells
Location of Intracellular fluid
Fluid contained within the cells of the body
Location of Interstitial fluid
Spaces between cells
Main electrolyte found ICF
Potassium (K+)
Main electrolyte found in ECF
Sodium (Na+)
How much of the body is water
75%
Is body fluid content of an adult greater or less than that of an older adult?
Greater
Is body fluid content of an adult greater or less than that of an infant?
Less
Name the four primary organs/organ systems responsible for fluid output:
Skin, Lung, Intestine, Kidneys
What happens to body weight when body fluid is lost -
body weight typically decreases. Results in a reduction in overall body mass
What happens to body weight when body fluid is gained -
body weight typically increases. Since additional fluid adds to the body’s total mass.
Filtration definition:
process by which fluid and solutes are separated from a solution by passing through a filter or membrane.
Reabsorption definition:
Process by which substances are taken back from the filtrate in the kidneys into the bloodstream
Secretion definition:
Process by which substances, such as ions, wastes, or hormones are transported from t he bloodstream into the renal tubules or other ducts for excretion or release from the body
Micturition definition:
the act of passing urine; urination
Are the renal pyramids found in the renal cortex or the renal medulla
The renal pyramids are found in the renal medulla.
Where does filtration function of the nephron occurs…
Glomerulus within the glomerular capsule.
What is Glomerulus?
Network of capillaries
Reabsorption function of kidney…
during reabsorption, essential substances are selectively transported from filtrate in renal tubules back into bloodstream
Secretion function of kidney…
During secretion, substances are actively transported from the blood in the peritubular capillaries into the renal tubules. This process helps to maintain acid-base balance, regulate electrolyte levels and eliminate additional waste products from the bloodstream.
What happens to urine output during low blood volume?
Urine output decreases as the body aims to conserve water and maintain blood pressure.
What happens to blood pressure during low blood volume?
blood typically decreases. This occurs because there is less fluid in the circulatory system to exert pressure on blood vessel walls.
How does aldosterone work to maintain fluid balance and homeostasis?
It maintains fluid balance by promoting sodium and water reabsorption in the kidneys, which reduces urine volume and increases blood volume.
How does Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) work to maintain fluid balance and homeostasis?
by increasing the permeability of the kidney’s collecting ducts and distal convoluted tubules to water. This allows more water to be reabsorbed back into the bloodstream, reducing urine volume and concentrating the urine.
How does Atrial Natriuretic peptide (ANP) work to maintain fluid balance and homeostasis?
helps maintain fluid balance by promoting sodium and water excretion by the kidneys. It acts by increasing GFR and inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium in the renal tubules, which leads to increased urine production and reduced blood volume.
What is the bladder muscle wall called?
Detrusor muscle
Briefly describe micturition reflex
involuntary process where the bladder fills with urine, causing stretch receptors in the bladder wall to send signals to the spinal cord.
Infants’ fluid balance
Infants have a higher percentage of body water compared to adults, making them more susceptible to fluid imbalances. Their higher metabolic rate leads to increased water turnover and greater fluid needs.
Children’s fluid balance
They often have higher activity levels, which can increase fluid loss through sweat and respiration.
Adolescent’s fluid balance
Adolescents experience rapid growth and hormonal changes, which can affect fluid and electrolyte balance.
Older adult’s fluid balance
Typically have a decreased percentage of body water and reduced kidney function, making them more susceptible to dehydration and fluid imbalances.