Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances in Clinical Nursing Quiz

Test your understanding of electrolyte imbalances with questions on symptoms, treatments, and causes. Assess your nursing expertise now!

#1

Which condition is characterized by a deficit of sodium in the blood?

Hyponatremia
Hypernatremia
Hypokalemia
Hyperkalemia
#2

Which condition is characterized by an excess of fluid in the interstitial spaces?

Dehydration
Edema
Hypovolemia
Ascites
#3

Which condition is characterized by an excess of potassium in the blood?

Hyperkalemia
Hypokalemia
Hypernatremia
Hyponatremia
#4

Which condition is characterized by a deficiency of calcium in the bloodstream?

Hypocalcemia
Hypercalcemia
Hypomagnesemia
Hypermagnesemia
#5

Which electrolyte is primarily responsible for maintaining normal cardiac rhythm?

Sodium
Potassium
Calcium
Magnesium
#6

Which hormone plays a key role in regulating potassium levels in the body?

Insulin
Aldosterone
Cortisol
Epinephrine
#7

Which intervention is appropriate for a patient with severe hypocalcemia?

Increasing dietary sodium intake
Administering calcium gluconate IV
Encouraging high-potassium foods
Limiting fluid intake
#8

Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly associated with prolonged vomiting or diarrhea?

Hyperkalemia
Hypokalemia
Hypernatremia
Hyponatremia
#9

What is a common manifestation of metabolic acidosis?

Kussmaul respirations
Hypoventilation
Increased urine pH
Hypokalemia
#10

Which clinical manifestation is commonly associated with hypermagnesemia?

Muscle weakness
Tetany
Hypertension
Hyporeflexia
#11

What is the recommended treatment for severe hypernatremia?

Administering hypertonic saline IV
Administering insulin and glucose IV
Encouraging fluid restriction
Increasing dietary sodium intake
#12

What is the primary cause of metabolic alkalosis?

Hyperventilation
Excessive bicarbonate intake
Prolonged diarrhea
Decreased renal excretion of bicarbonate
#13

Which electrolyte imbalance can result from prolonged use of loop diuretics?

Hyponatremia
Hypernatremia
Hypokalemia
Hyperkalemia

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