Topics: Fluid Therapy Quiz
Oncotic pressure is:
A. Movement of fluid ‘water’ through a semi permeable membrane
B. Movement of particles (electrolytes) from an area of high concentration to an area of low concentration.
C. This is a pressure caused by the number of large plasma proteins ( Albumin, Globulins) within the intravascular space.
D. Pressure exerted by water upon the walls of its container.
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An isotonic crystalloid solution will:
A. Raise intravascular volume without altering fluid shifts in or out of cells or changing plasma concentration
B. Encourage the movement of fluid into the intracellular space
C. help to draw water into the intravascular space
D. Expand the plasma volume