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FLUID AND ELECTROLYTES CH. 10: QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS How does dehydration affect the concentration of electrolytes in the body? A) It dilutes electrolyte concentration. B) It has no effect on electrolyte concentration. C) It increases electrolyte concentration. D) It decreases ele...

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100% PASS

How does dehydration affect the concentration of electrolytes in the body?

A) It dilutes electrolyte concentration.

B) It has no effect on electrolyte concentration.

C) It increases electrolyte concentration.

D) It decreases electrolyte concentration in the blood.


✔✔ C) It increases electrolyte concentration.




Which electrolyte is primarily responsible for muscle contraction?

A) Sodium

B) Potassium

C) Calcium

D) Magnesium


✔✔ C) Calcium




What happens to potassium levels when the kidneys are not functioning properly?

A) Potassium levels drop.
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,B) Potassium levels increase.

C) Potassium levels remain unchanged.

D) Potassium is excreted excessively.


✔✔ B) Potassium levels increase.




How does the body maintain acid-base balance in relation to electrolytes?

A) By regulating potassium levels exclusively.

B) Through the exchange of hydrogen ions for bicarbonate ions in the kidneys.

C) By adjusting sodium levels in the blood.

D) Through the secretion of calcium in the intestines.


✔✔ B) Through the exchange of hydrogen ions for bicarbonate ions in the kidneys.




What is the effect of hyperkalemia on the cardiovascular system?

A) It causes arrhythmias and irregular heartbeats.

B) It increases blood pressure.

C) It has no significant impact on heart function.

D) It decreases heart rate.


✔✔ A) It causes arrhythmias and irregular heartbeats.


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, Which electrolyte imbalance is most commonly associated with kidney disease?

A) Hyponatremia

B) Hyperkalemia

C) Hypocalcemia

D) Hyperphosphatemia


✔✔ B) Hyperkalemia




What is the primary function of magnesium in the body?

A) It regulates blood pressure.

B) It helps with nerve transmission and muscle contraction.

C) It aids in digestion.

D) It is involved in red blood cell formation.


✔✔ B) It helps with nerve transmission and muscle contraction.




How does the body respond to low calcium levels?

A) By increasing calcium excretion in urine.

B) By releasing parathyroid hormone to increase calcium levels.


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