ATI LPN
Fluid Balance and Nutrition Questions
Question 1 of 5
Atrial natriuretic hormone increases
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: ANH promotes natriuresis, increasing urine volume to reduce blood volume.
Question 2 of 5
Calcium balance is influenced by
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PTH and vitamin D regulate calcium absorption and resorption.
Question 3 of 5
A major complication of thyroid surgery is the accidental damaging or removal of the parathyroid glands. This damage or removal of the parathyroid glands can result in
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Loss of PTH reduces calcium mobilization, leading to hypocalcemia.
Question 4 of 5
Sensible perspiration
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sensible perspiration is sweat gland secretion, visible on the skin.
Question 5 of 5
If the hydrogen ion concentration in the blood increases, bicarbonate ions act as buffers by
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Bicarbonate binds excess H⁺, forming carbonic acid to stabilize pH.