Linton: Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing, 6th Edition
Chapter 14: Fluids and Electrolytes
Open-Book Quiz
NAME: ________________________________________
3. Briefly describe how water and solutes are transported between intracellular and
4. How is the osmolarity of intracellular fluid and extracellular fluid maintained? (See p.
5. Name the hormones that have a major effect on fluid volume and balance. (See p. 195
in your textbook.)
6. What are the multiple factors that place the older adult at risk for fluid and electrolyte
8. Compare serum hematocrit blood study and serum creatinine blood study. (See p. 201
9. What is the medical treatment for hyponatremia? (See p. 202 in your textbook.)