A nurse is teaching clients about fluid and balance distribution in the body. Which statements by the clients indicate teaching is successful?
A) "About 80% of water needs come from fluid and 20% from foods."
B) "About 50% of plasma is water and the other 50% blood products."
C) "About 46% of intracellular water is in the body of all adults."
D) "About 40% of all transcellular fluid is secreted in the vascular system."
A) "About 80% of water needs come from fluid and 20% from foods."
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