Describe a Fluid Shift

question 13

Multiple Choice

Describe a fluid shift.

• A)A fluid shift is a slow transfer of water from the ECF into the ICF.
• B)A fluid shift is a slow transfer of water from the ICF into the ECF.
• C)A fluid shift is the rapid movement of water from the ECF and ICF into the solid components in response to an osmotic gradient.
• D)A fluid shift is the rapid movement of water from the solid compartments into the ECF and ICF in response to an osmotic gradient.
• E)A fluid shift is the rapid movement of water between the ECF and ICF in response to an osmotic gradient.

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