Which Statement About Hyponatremia Is FALSE

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which statement about hyponatremia is FALSE?

• A)It occurs when water is used to replace large sweat losses.
• B)It is a reduction of the sodium concentration in the blood.
• C)Severe occurrences lead to alterations in blood potassium levels eventually resulting in impaired heart function.
• D)The early symptoms may be similar to dehydration.

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