Fluid and Water Balance

Role of electrolytes

Maintain fluid balance, nerves, muscles

Osmosis definition

Water moves toward higher solute concentration

ADH function

Helps body retain water (urinate less)

ADH released when

Dehydrated

Alcohol effect on ADH

Increases urination → dehydration

Symptoms of mild dehydration

Thirst, dry mouth, dark urine

Hyponatremia definition

Low sodium from too much water

DASH diet purpose

Lower blood pressure