The Loss of ________ from Dehydration That May Occur as a Result

question 71

Multiple Choice

The loss of ________ from dehydration that may occur as a result of fasting, severe diarrhea, or severe vomiting may lead to sudden death likely due to heart failure.

• A) potassium
• B) magnesium
• C) selenium
• D) chloride
• E) chromium

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Definitions:

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the cerebrum in the mammalian brain, involved in various high-level brain functions such as thought, memory, and consciousness.

Cerebellum

A portion of the brain located at the back of the skull, responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture.

Hippocampus

A region of the brain that plays major roles in short and long-term memory and spatial navigation.

Brain Stem

The part of the brain that connects the spinal cord with the forebrain and cerebrum, crucial for regulating basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.