Drinking Too Much Water Can Result in Dilution of Sodium

question 35

Multiple Choice

Drinking too much water can result in dilution of sodium in the blood,a condition known as _________.

• A)hypernatremia
• B)hyperkalemia
• C)hyponatremia
• D)ADH syndrome

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