If an Individual with Normal Fluid Balance Is Given 2

question 16

Multiple Choice

If an individual with normal fluid balance is given 2 L of normal saline, how will this fluid distribute in the body (assuming no excretion) ?

• A) 50% extracellular, 50% intracellular
• B) Two thirds extracellular, one third intracellular
• C) All intravascular
• D) All extracellular