BPK 110 Study Guide - Hypernatremia, Hyperkalemia, Evaporative Cooler

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Fluids its ability to move freely adapting to the shape of the container that holds it there are different types of fluids in our bodies. 2 are the predominant electrolytes (potassium and phosphate: in extracellular fluid, na+ and cl predominate (sodium and chloride, there is a slight electrical charge difference on either side of the cell membrane. Also, water is drawn out of the salivary glands: we gain fluids from 3 primary sources, beverages. The kidneys control how much water is reabsorbed; excess water is processed by the kidneys and excreted as urine. Can occur in patients with congestive heart failure or kidney disease. Can result from prolonged vomiting, diarrhea, or sweating. Has been seen in people engaged in strenuous physical activity who consume too much water and fail to replace sodium. If left untreated, can lead to seizures, coma and death. Can occur in patients with kidney disease.

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