Nsg 310 Fluid And Electrolytes Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

What is dependent edema {Ans: Edema in the lower extremities due to the collection of venous blood and fluid accumulation}True or false? If false, why? Effusions are common in elderly patients with pneumonia. {Ans: True!}What is aldosterone's function? {Ans: It increases sodium and water reabsorption when fluid volume is low}What is intracellular fluid? {Ans: Fluid inside of the cell}What is hypocalcemia? {Ans: A serum calcium level less than 8.7 mg/dL}Does blood pressure increase or decrease when dehyrated? {Ans: Decrease}