Pathophysiology Chapter 2 Test Bank Questions and Answers 2026 | Fluid & Electrolyte Balance

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Insensible fluid loss refers to water lost through:

A) perspiration only.

B) feces only.

C) perspiration and expiration.

D) urine and feces. - Ans: C



When the osmotic pressure of the blood is elevated above normal, water would shift from the:

A) blood into the cells.

B) interstitial compartment into the cells.

C) interstitial compartment into the blood.

D) cells into the interstitial compartment. - Ans: C



Which of the following would result from a deficit of plasma proteins?

A) Increased osmotic pressure

B) Decreased osmotic pressure

C) Increased hydrostatic pressure

D) Decreased hydrostatic pressure - Ans: B



Which of the following would cause edema?

A) Decreased capillary hydrostatic pressure

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B) Increased capillary osmotic pressure

C) Decreased capillary permeability

D) Increased capillary permeability - Ans: D



Which of the following would likely be related to an elevated hematocrit reading?

A) Fluid excess

B) Fluid deficit

C) Increased sodium level

D) Decreased erythrocytes - Ans: B



Which of the following is a typical sign of dehydration?

A) Rapid, strong pulse

B) Low hematocrit

C) Increased urine output

D) Rough oral mucosa - Ans: D



Which of the following terms refers to a combination of decreased circulating blood volume
combined with excess fluid in a body cavity?

A) Dehydration

B) Third-spacing