Author Question: The primary extracellular electrolytes are: A) potassium, phosphate, and sulfate. B) magnesium, ... (Read 64 times)

madam-professor · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The primary extracellular electrolytes are:

A) potassium, phosphate, and sulfate.
B) magnesium, sulfate, and carbon.
C) sodium, chloride, and bicarbonate.
D) phosphorous, calcium, and phosphate.

Question 2

Which fluid should be administered slowly to prevent circulatory overload?

A) 0.9 NaCl
B) 0.45 NaCl
C) Dextrose 5
D) 5 NaCl

Melissahxx · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Feedback:
The primary extracellular electrolytes are sodium, chloride, and bicarbonate.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Feedback:
When a hypertonic solution is infused, it raises serum osmolarity, pulling fluid from the cells and the interstitial tissues into the vascular space. Examples of hypertonic solutions include 3 NaCl and 5 NaCl.