PRN 1178 client centered care 2 exam 1: Questions & Answers: A+ Score Solution

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4 main functions of water in the body (Ans- Act as a vehicle of transportation of substances to and from cell Aid heat regulations by providing perspiration which evaporates Assist with maintenan... ce of hydrogen balance in the body To serve as a medium for the enzymatic action for digestion How much of the body is water? (Ans- More than half - 60% males contain 50% females contain 60% due to fat tissue Lose more fluid through skin than adults (Ans- Infants - kidneys are not as efficient as adults less fluid absorption Adults - age related decline in total body water (Ans- Diminished thirst sensations; decrease in urine concentrating abilities of kidneys; decreases the effectiveness of the antidiuretic hormone (ADH) Hypovolemia (Ans- Abnormal decrease in the volume of blood plasma (occurs with dehydration or bleeding) What is critical in maintaining homeostasis (Ans- Water Cells can't function without (Ans- Water - death will occur Electrolytes are (Ans- Minerals or salt dissolved in body fluid. Major source is from diet Electrolytes are measured [Show More]

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