Isotonic Fluid Volime Excess Flashcards
1
Q
how does isotonic fluid volume excess result?
A
when sodium an water are retained in proportion
- when body is unable to eliminate appropriate amounts of fluid due to poor kidney function
2
Q
what extracellular fluid compartments expand?
A
vascular volume an interstitial fluid volume
3
Q
if the heart is unable to effectively pump, decreased blood flow to the kidneys will result in what?
A
fluid retention
- increase in sodium also causes water retention
