Which of the Following Individuals Is at Risk for Dehydration

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals is at risk for dehydration?

• A)An athlete,exercising in cool weather
• B)An elderly woman,just returning from a 4 hour flight
• C)A child recovering from diarrhea
• D)All are potentially at risk for dehydration

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