Nursing Care for Fluid Balance Disorders Quiz

Kidneys are the primary organs that regulate fluid balance through processes such as filtration and reabsorption.

Edema, or swelling, is a common symptom of fluid overload.

The recommended fluid intake per day for an average adult is 2 liters.

Confusion is a primary symptom of hyponatremia, an electrolyte imbalance characterized by low sodium levels.

Hypocalcemia is characterized by low serum calcium levels.

Vomiting and diarrhea can lead to hyponatremia, an electrolyte imbalance characterized by low sodium levels.

Edema is characterized by an excess of fluid in the interstitial space.

Dehydration is characterized by inadequate fluid intake or excessive fluid loss.

Fluid resuscitation is the primary treatment for hypovolemic shock, which involves restoring lost fluids.

Fluid overload results from excess fluid volume in the intravascular space.

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) plays a key role in regulating water reabsorption in the kidneys.

Addison's disease is often associated with hypokalemia, an electrolyte imbalance characterized by low potassium levels.

Conivaptan is commonly used to treat hyponatremia caused by SIADH.

A deficiency of aldosterone can lead to hypokalemia, an electrolyte imbalance characterized by low potassium levels.

Kayexalate is commonly used to treat hyperkalemia by promoting potassium excretion.