Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance

Fluid Balance

Anatomy & Physiology

26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance

Fluid Balance

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Multiple Choice

Which finding would the nurse expect for a patient with a fluid volume deficit?

Decreased skin turgor

Peripheral edema

Hypertension

Bradycardia

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Understand the concept of fluid volume deficit: Fluid volume deficit, also known as dehydration, occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in. This can lead to various physiological changes.

Identify the symptoms associated with fluid volume deficit: Common symptoms include decreased skin turgor, dry mucous membranes, hypotension, tachycardia, and concentrated urine.

Evaluate each option given in the problem: Decreased skin turgor is a common sign of dehydration, while peripheral edema, hypertension, and bradycardia are not typically associated with fluid volume deficit.

Consider the physiological basis for decreased skin turgor: Skin turgor refers to the skin's elasticity. In dehydration, the skin loses its elasticity due to reduced fluid in the interstitial spaces, leading to decreased skin turgor.

Conclude which finding is expected: Based on the symptoms and physiological understanding, decreased skin turgor is the expected finding for a patient with fluid volume deficit.