NR-283 Pathophysiology Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid–Base Imbalances Questions and Answers A+ Grade 2026/2027 | Complete Study Guide

NR-283 pathophysiology fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base imbalances
questions and answers A+ Grade 2026\2027


sodium action
- correct answer allows for conduction of muscle movement, provides fluid balance in cells and body
fluids



- extracellular electrolye



-chloride generally follows the level of sodium up or down



-fluid loss from diaphoresis, vomiting or diarrhea, diuretic drugs, hormonal imbalance, early chronic
renal failure, excessive water intake



hypernatremia symptoms
- correct answer thirst, confusion, decreased urine output, lethargy, possible coma, muscle weakness,
agitation



Hyponatremia symptoms
- correct answer mental confusion,HA, seizures, muscle cramps, irritability, abdominal discomfort or
cramps with N/V and seizures



Potassium
- correct answer intracellular electrolyte



Potassium action
- correct answer helps conduct nerve impulses and muscle contractions

-regulate the flow of fluids and nutrients into and out of body cells

-generation of the electrical impulses in the body that allow muscles and the brain to function,
particularly the heart.