Hypo and Hypervolemia - Hausmann Flashcards

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How much salt is in a low sodium diet per day?

A

6g (in and out)

2300mg of Na+

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What is the definition of hypovolemia?

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10% blood volume loss

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What is the Henry Gauer Reflex

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Heart secretes ANP which is a renin antagonist and reduces activity of the Na+ channel in the CCD. Results in Na+ excretion and decreased blood volume.

Reflex is stimulated by raising legs or by head-out-neck immersion.

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