NRSG 329 Week 3: Fluid and Electrolyte/GI worksheet Questions With Complete Solutions
What age of child has the highest body-water percentage? correct answer: Newborns (75%), it decreased with age. What are the body-water percentages for: Newborn Infant Child/Adolescent why are they different? correct answer: Newborn 75% --brain + skin occupy a greater proportion of body weight and are high in interstitial fluid Infant 65% --high BSA promotes fluid loss, (5-6x greater fluid exchange daily) --little fluid reserve in ICF; high metabolic rate requires generous fluid intake Child/Adolescent 50% --kidneys immature til 2 yrs and unable to conserve water/electrolytes/or assist acid-base balance What are the most common causes of fluid-electrolyte imbalances? correct answer: •Vomiting •Diarrhea •Nasogastric suction •Hemorrhage •Burn •Phototherapy •Respiratory illness •Fever
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