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NSG 403 Exam 2 questions with correct answersNormal Na Correct Answer-135-145
Normal K Correct Answer-3.5-5
Normal Ca Correct Answer-9-11
normal Cl Correct Answer-98-108
Normal P Correct Answer-2.5-4.5
Normal Mg Correct Answer-1.5-2.5
Filtration Correct Answer-Movement of fluid through cell or blood
vessel membrane because of differences in water pressure
Hydrostatic pressure Correct Answer-Force that pushes water outward
from confined space through a membrane
·Ex: BP
Diffusion Correct Answer-Free movement of particles across permeable
membrane from area of higher to lower concentration
·Important in transport of most electrolytes; other particles diffuse
through cell membranes
, osmosis & filtration Correct Answer-· Act together at capillary
membrane to maintain normal ECF and ICF volumes
renin-angiotensin II pathway Correct Answer-Blood (plasma) volume
and intracellular fluid most important to keep in balance
· Kidneysy are major regulator of water and sodium balance; maintain
blood and perfusion ry to all tissues/organs
·When the kidneys sense a low parameter, they secrete renin
ace inhibitors Correct Answer-· Disrupt renin-angiotensin II pathway by
reducing amount of ACE produced
· With less angiotensin II, less vasoconstriction and reduced peripheral
resistance
· Greater excretion of water and sodium in urine
· By locking angiotensin II receptors, blood pressure lowers
Patients with hypertension often take ACE-inhibitor medications
Dehydration Correct Answer-· Assessment include: Thirst, weight loss,
dry mucous membranes, sunken-appearing eyes, decreased skin turgor,
increased capillary refill time, hypotension and postural hypotension,
tachycardia, weak and thready peripheral pulses.
·Management include: Identify and treat the cause, increase fluid intake,
start IV infusion, I & O
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