Fluids Flashcards
1
Q
How much body weight is made up of approximately water?
A
60%
Avg - 70kg Male (42L)
Intracellular (2/3) - 28L [1st Space]
Extracellular (1/3) = 14L (Interstitial 10L + Plasma 4L) [2nd Space]
2
Q
What is the average daily requirement of Sodium and Potassium [Approximately]
A
Na - 1 -2 mmol/kg/day
K - 1mmol/kg/day
3
Q
What are the main extracellular and intracellular electrolytes (Anions + Cations)
A
Extracellular (Na+, Cl-)
Intracellular (K+. PO4-)
