NFDN 2003 --- Final Exam | Questions & 100% Correct Answers (Verified) | Latest Update | Grade A+

Fluid & Electrolyte Needs : - Homeostasis - Affected by digestion, absorption, metabolism of nutrients and excretion of waste Functions of Body Fluids : - Need 1.5 L - 2.5L per day - 60-70% body weight is fluid [70% intracellular, 30% extracellular] - Transport nutrients and wastes to and from cells - Maintain body temp., acid-base balance, aids in digestion and elimination Assessment of Fluid Balance : - Health history [age, acute illness, environmental factors, diet, medications] - Physical exam [head to toe, weight [1kg gain = 1L fluid gain], intake/output, assess edema, diagnostic tests] Problems of Fluid Imbalances 2 | P a g e : - Electrolyte imbalance - Acid-Base imbalance - Deficient fluid volume - Excess fluid volume [edema] Common Fluid Imbalances : - Dehydration {hypovolemia}: burn victims [3rd degree] are most at risk Hypovolemia : - Acute weight los