Suggested Level of Knowlege: Good

LOs

Fluid / Electrolyte Balance & Osmolality

LOs

BT_PO 1.73 Describe the mechanisms involved in the maintenance of fluid and electrolyte balance

BT_PO 1.75 Define osmotic pressure and explain the factors that determine it

BT_PO 1.76 Describe the regulation of osmolality

Past SAQs

2013.2 Outline the role of the kidneys in the regulation of body water.

2012.2 Outline the mechanisms by which the kidney maintains potassium homeostasis.

2010.1 Describe the changes that occur in the urine and the plasma with renal dysfunction.

2008.2, 2007.2 Outline the mechanisms by which the kidney maintains potassium homeostasis.

2007.1 Explain the physiological principles underlying the use of peritoneal dialysis in a patient with chronic renal failure with this dialysate solution.

Na 132 mEq/L          Mg 0.5mEq/L

K 0 mEq/L                 Lactate 40mEq/L

Cl 96 mEq/L

Ca 3.5 mEq/L          Glucose 2.5g%

2005.1, 2001.1 Describe how the body detects and responds to a water deficit.

2003.2, 1999.2 Outline the role of the kidney in the regulation of body water.

Regulation of Fluids, Electrolytes & Osmolality