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Applied Pathophysiology for the Advanced Practice Nurse, First Edition
Lucie Dlugasch, Lachel Story
Chapter 6 Assessment Quiz
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Chapter: Chapter 06 - Quiz
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1. Insensible water losses are those that occur as the result of water that is lost in:
A) urine.
B) breathing and sweating.
C) urine and bowel movements.
D) vomitus and bowel movements. GRADESLAB.COM
Ans: B
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
Subject: Chapter 6
Title: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
2. Which of the following statements is true as it relates to acid–base balance?
A) Renal mechanisms for correcting an acid–base imbalance are less rapid than respiratory mechanisms,
but they continue to function until pH has been returned to a normal or near-normal range.
B) pH provides an accurate measure of serum bicarbonate and carbonic acid levels.
C) The acid–base buffer systems of the body consist of a weak acid and strong base.
D) The body uses respiratory compensatory mechanisms to prevent large changes in pH resulting from
respiratory disease.
Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Acid-Base Balance
Subject: Chapter 6
Title: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
3. Which of the following is the highest priority for meeting the needs of a patient who presents with a 3-
day history of vomiting and diarrhea, blood pressure of 85/60 mm Hg, heart rate of 105 beats/min, and
temperature of 99°F?
A) Finding the source of infection
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Chapter 6 Assessment Quiz
B) Preventing nutritional deficit
C) Replacing fluid loss
D) Relieving nausea
Ans: C
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
Subject: Chapter 6
Title: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
4. Reduced capillary osmotic pressure can be caused by:
A) dehydration.
B) low concentration of plasma proteins.
C) increased hydrostatic pressure in the veins draining the capillaries.
D) edema.
Ans: B
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
Subject: Chapter 6
Title: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
5. Which of the following signs would indicate a fluid deficit?
A) Acute weight loss and increase in blood pressure
B) Tachycardia, acute weight loss, weakness, and dry mucous membranes
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C) Physical weakness, weight gain, bradycardia, SLdecreased
AB.COMurine output
D) Dry fissured tongue, rapid respirations, weight gain, and confusion or delirium
Ans: B
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
Subject: Chapter 6
Title: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
6. Aldosterone’s main effect is the regulation of:
A) sodium.
B) water.
C) chloride.
D) potassium.
Ans: A
Complexity: Easy
Ahead: Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalances
Subject: Chapter 6
Title: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Homeostasis
7. In which of the following data would acidosis be more likely?
A) Serum sodium level of 130 mEq/L
B) Serum sodium level of 150 mEq/L
C) Serum potassium level of 6.2 mEq/L
D) Serum potassium level of 3.5 mEq/L
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