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Patients in the hospital often have their I and O (Intake and Output) monitored. If a person puts out more fluid than is taken in that person is said to have a negative fluid balance. If the person takes in more than he puts out then he is said to have a positive fluid balance.
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∙ 9y agoNegative fluid balance means that a person is losing more fluids than they are taking in. If a person is diagnosed with this, they will be given intravenous fluids to keep them hydrated.
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Should a person post operatively have a positive or negative fluid balance?
Usually positive fluid balance.
Do a normal person should have positive fluid balance or negative fluid balance?
Total body water is 60% of body weight, Intracellular fluid is 40% of the body weight and extracellular fluid is 20% of the body weight.
What is fluid balance?
Negative fluid balance means that a person is losing more fluids than they are taking in. If a person is diagnosed with this, they will be given intravenous fluids to keep them hydrated.
How serious over 9 days is a negative fluid balance 9 litres in adult?
very serious
What is meant by the term fluid balance?
fluid-balance
What type of urination does a balance sheet provide?
Fluid Balance
What system controls the function of nutrition and fluid balance?
Type your answer here... digestive system works with the fluid balance and nutritions
Which gland contributes to adjustment of fluid balance?
The adrenal glands which are found on top of the kidneys help to adjust fluid balance through electrolyte balance. The posterior portion of the pituitary gland secretes anti diuretic hormone which also contributes to fluid balance in the body.
What system plays biggest role in fluid balance?
Kidneys play biggest role in fluid balance. They are part of the excretory system.
What is the charge of intercellular fluid?
The intracelluar fluid is negative with respect to the extracellular fluid.
What vitamin is for fluid balance?
The electrolyte Sodium (Na+) is responsible for fluid homostasis.
What mineral is responsible for fluid balance?
sodium
