One Consequence of Hypernatremia Is

question 45

Multiple Choice

One consequence of hypernatremia is

• A) swelling of tissues in the brain.
• B) dangerously diluted blood sodium levels.
• C) rapid drop in blood pressure.
• D) movement of water into the intracellular fluid compartment.

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Definitions:

Alkyl Halide

A compound containing a halogen atom covalently bonded to an alkyl group; also known as a haloalkane.

Alkylation Reaction

A chemical reaction in which an alkyl group is transferred to an organic compound, often increasing the compound's molecular size.

Dimethylamine

Dimethylamine is a simple amine consisting of two methyl groups attached to a nitrogen atom, used in a wide range of chemical applications, including as a precursor for certain chemicals.

3-pentanone

An organic compound characterized by a five-carbon chain with a ketone functional group at the third carbon atom.