water balance

How does alcohol consumption affect water balance?

It inhibits ADH secretion

How does the body respond to low blood volume or low blood pressure?

Increase aldosterone secretion

What does a high urine specific gravity indicate?

Concentrated urine

What is the primary electrolyte that helps regulate water balance in the body ?

Sodium

What is the primary function of the loop of Henle in the nephron?

Concentration of urine

What is the primary function of water in the human body?

Temperature regulation

What is the primary method by which the body loses water?

Urination

What is the primary source of water intake for the body?

Beverages

What is the role of osmoreceptors in the body?

To detect changes in blood osmolarity

What is the term for the condition that results from excessive water loss?

Dehydration

What term describes the balance of water intake and output in the body?

Osmoregulation

Which condition can result from rapid water intake without adequate electrolyte intake?

Hyponatremia

Which condition is characterized by an excess of water in the interstitial space?

Edema

Which hormone is primarily responsible for promoting water reabsorption in the kidneys?

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

Which of the following fluids has the highest concentration of electrolytes?

The concentration of all fluids is the same.

Which of the following is a consequence of severe dehydration?

Decreased urine output

Which of the following is a sign of dehydration?

Dry mouth

Which of the following mechanisms helps to conserve water in the kidneys?

Reabsorption

Which of the following would likely lead to increased thirst?

Increased blood osmolarity

Which organ is primarily responsible for regulating water balance in the body?

Kidneys