PRN 1178 client centered care 2 exam 1 Already Passed
PRN 1178 client centered care 2 exam 1 Already Passed 4 main functions of water in the body - answerAct as a vehicle of transportation of substances to and from cells 4 main functions of water in the body - answerAid heat regulations by providing perspiration which evaporates 4 main functions of water in the body - answerAssist with maintence of hydrogen balance in the body 4 main functions of water in the body - answerTo serve as a medium for the enzymatic action for digestion How much of the body is water? - answerMore than half - 60% males contain 50% females contain 60% due to fat tissue Lose more fluid through skin than adults - answerInfants - kidneys are not as efficient as adults less fluid absorption Adults - age related decline in total body water - answerDiminished thirst sensations; decrease in urine concentrating abilities of kidneys; decreases the effectiveness of the antidiuretic hormone (ADH) Hypovolemia - answerAbnormal decrease in the volume of blood plasma (occurs with dehydration or bleeding) What is critical in maintaining homeostasis - answerWater
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