ATI LPN
Fluid Electrolyte Balance and Nutritional Needs Questions
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.