A Major Reason That Dehydration Can Develop Rapidly in Older

question 44

Multiple Choice

A major reason that dehydration can develop rapidly in older adults is because:

• A) they tend to consume more sodium.
• B) their thirst mechanism diminishes.
• C) their ability to regulate water balance diminishes.
• D) they lose more water through perspiration.

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