Pathophysiology of Electrolytes

Question 1

2 main organs and 2 main hormones for fluid balance?

Answer 1

1. Kidneys
2. Hypothalamus
3. Pituitary gland
4. Adrenal cortex

Question 2

Increased hydrostatic pressure may be caused by what?

Answer 2

1. Venous Obstruction
2. Sodium and Water retention
   (Abnormal Fluid Movement)

Question 3

Decrease in plasma oncotic pressure may be caused by what?

Answer 3

1. A Loss or decrease in the plasma albumin
   (Hypoalbuminanemia)
   (Abnormal Fluid Movement)

Question 4

Increase in capillary permeability may be caused by what?

Answer 4

1. Inflammation
2. Immune Response
   (Abnormal Fluid Movement)

Question 5

Obstruction of lymph channels may be caused by what?

Answer 5

1. Tumors
2. Inflammation
3. Surgical Removal
   (Abnormal Fluid Movement)

Question 6

(EDEMA)
Lungs =
Cardiac =
Belly =
Feet =
Everywhere =

Answer 6

1. Pleural Effusion
2. Pericardial Effusion
3. Ascites
4. Peripheral Edema
5. Anasarca

Question 7

what are some complications of edema?

Answer 7

1. Pressure Injuries
2. Infections
3. Life- threatening influence on the body: brain, lung, larnyx