Chapter 7 Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Chapter 7  Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

Multiple-Choice Questions

1) What percentage of an adult’s healthy body weight is fluid?

1. A) 50 to 30
2. B) 50
3. C) 50 to 70
4. D) 50 to 90

Answer:  C

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Skill:  Factual

2) What is the function of synovial fluid?

1. A) maintains blood volume
2. B) transports nutrients through the body
3. C) lubricates body joints
4. D) maintains body temperature

Answer:  C

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Skill:  Applied

3) Which is NOT a symptom of low blood pressure?

1. A) stroke
2. B) confusion
3. C) dizziness
4. D) lethargy

Answer:  A

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Skill:  Applied

4) Water has a high heat capacity. What does this term mean?

1. A) Water is resistant to changes in temperature.
2. B) Water heats up or cools down very quickly.
3. C) Water provides a useful source of stored kilocalories.
4. D) Water transports the energy-yielding nutrients throughout the body.

Answer:  A

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Skill:  Conceptual

5) Water is known as the universal solvent, which means that

1. A) water helps to regulate body temperature.
2. B) water helps to maintain blood volume.
3. C) water works as an excellent cleansing agent to flush toxins out of the body.
4. D) most solutes (particles) will dissolve in water.

Answer:  D

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Skill:  Conceptual