ATI RN
Nutrition and Fluid Balance Questions
Question 1 of 5
A person who suffers from emphysema will exhibit signs of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emphysema impairs CO2 excretion, causing respiratory acidosis.
Question 2 of 5
AQP2 water pores are added to the cell membrane by and withdrawn by in a process known as
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: AQP2 pores are inserted via exocytosis and removed via endocytosis in membrane recycling.
Question 3 of 5
A rise in angiotensin II levels would result in increased
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Angiotensin II increases blood pressure, sodium retention, and water retention via multiple mechanisms.
Question 4 of 5
Two hours before major surgery is to begin, the patient experiences 'jitters,' an elevated heart rate and blood pressure. These symptoms are the result of
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Sympathetic activation increases heart rate and blood pressure in response to stress.
Question 5 of 5
Which of the following leads to the lowest water loss during a day?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Feces typically result in the least water loss compared to skin, lungs, and kidneys.