Exam 3 - Water

what are the functions of body water

solvent

transport

thermoregulation

lubricant

what are some variables that change water requirements

high body temp

sweat

increased metabolism

diarrhea

excessive urination

infancy

what compartments are body water found in

plasma

interstitial fluid

ICF

what are some complications of chronic dehydration

renal infections

kidney stones

gallstones

constipation

water intoxication can cause what

hyponatremia

when there is water toxicity, blood becomes diluted and moves to the ___ which leads to edema, lung congestion, and muscle weakness

ICF

what are electrolytes

small inorganic substances that can dissociate in solution

what are the main anions in intracellular fluid

phosphate, protein

what are the main cations in intracellular fluid

potassium

what are the main anions in plasma and interstitial fluid

bicarbonate

chloride

what are the main cations in plasma and interstitial fluid

sodium and potassium

what are the main intake sources of water balance

liquids, foods, product of metabolism

what are the main output sources in water balance

loss through kidneys, skin, lungs, and feces

what % dehydration does thirst kick in

0-1%