Exam 24: Fluid, electrolyte, and Acidbase Balance

Hypovolemia refers to a reduction in total body water while maintaining normal osmolarity.

Where is the greatest volume of water in the body found?

Fluid intake is governed mainly by hypothalamic neurons called .

Ina state of fluid balance, average daily fluid gains and losses are equal.

The kidneys secrete ADH in response to dehydration.

Blood plasma osmolarity is higher than intracellular fluid osmolarity.

What determines osmosis from one fluid compartment to another?