Derek has recently converted his outdoor garage to a gym. He has been exercising frequently in his new gym due to the convenience, even in the extreme heat. He has started taking salt tablets. The physician thinks his current symptoms may be owing to hypernatremia. His physician recognizes these as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is Weakness, dizziness, abdominal distention, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea (B). Hypernatremia occurs when there is an excess of sodium in the body, often due to dehydration or excessive salt intake. Symptoms include gastrointestinal disturbances, neurological symptoms like confusion and dizziness, and muscle weakness.
Nokea