Which of the Following Would Cause an Abnormal Loss of Na⁺

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would cause an abnormal loss of Na⁺ (hyponatremia) ?
1) Ascites
2) Excessive sweating or fever
3) Use of certain diuretics
4) Steroid therapy

• A)1 and 4 only
• B)1, 2, and 4 only
• C)1, 2, and 3 only
• D)1, 2, 3, and 4

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