Which of the Following is True of Dehydration

Question

Which of the following is true of dehydration?
A) Is characterized by poor skin turgor and "tenting"
B) Is accompanied by a decrease in urine specific gravity
C) Causes a shift of water from the vasculature into the interstitium
D) Is generally treated with a diuretic

Accepted Answer

Dehydration is characterized by poor skin turgor and "tenting" due to loss of fluid in the body causing the skin to lose its elasticity.

Answer: B
 Dehydration is accompanied by an increase in urine specific gravity, meaning the urine becomes more concentrated due to increased water loss from the body.

Answer: C
 Dehydration causes a shift of water from the interstitium, which is the space between cells, into the vasculature as the body tries to maintain adequate blood volume.

Answer: D
 Dehydration is generally treated with fluid replacement rather than diuretics, which increase urine production and may worsen dehydration.