Which of the following fluid compartments contains the largest volume of water?

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Question 1 of 5

Which of the following fluid compartments contains the largest volume of water?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The intracellular compartment contains the largest volume of water, approximately 60% of total body water, as it encompasses all fluid within cells.

Question 2 of 5

When aldosterone is absent, sodium reabsorption in the nephron is

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Without aldosterone, sodium reabsorption decreases, as aldosterone promotes sodium retention in the kidneys.

Question 3 of 5

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: ADH, from the posterior pituitary, increases water reabsorption, concentrating urine.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following would be expected to cause hyponatremia?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Excess ADH causes water retention, diluting plasma sodium and leading to hyponatremia.

Question 5 of 5

The most common cause of hyperkalemia is

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Cell damage releases intracellular potassium into the extracellular fluid, causing hyperkalemia.

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