Fluid and electrolyte therapy: a primer

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Fluid and electrolyte therapy: a primer

The extracellular fluid (ECF) and intracellular fluid (ICF) compartments in total body water are normally in a ratio of (ECF:ICF):

a. 1:1
b. 2:1
c. 1:2
d. 1:4

The dominant extracellular cation and anion are:

a. Sodium and bicarbonate
b. Potassium and chloride
c. Potassium and phosphate
d. Sodium and chloride

The dominant intracellular cation and anion are:

a. Sodium and bicarbonate
b. Potassium and phosphate
c. Sodium and chloride
d. Potassium and chloride

The recommended replacement for extracellular volume fluid loss is:

a. Isotonic (normal) saline solution
b. Dextrose and one-fourth normal saline solution
c. Dextrose and one-half normal saline solution
d. One-half normal saline solution plus 20 mEq potassium chloride per liter

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