Which of the Following Conditions is Most Apt to Cause

Question

Which of the following conditions is most apt to cause a dilutional hyponatremia?
A) Excess ingestion of water
B) Dehydration
C) Hypotension
D) Diaphoresis

Accepted Answer

Excess ingestion of water, also known as water intoxication, is the most common cause of dilutional hyponatremia. When too much water is consumed, the body's sodium levels become diluted, leading to symptoms such as confusion, seizures, and coma. Dehydration, hypotension, and diaphoresis (excessive sweating) can all lead to hyponatremia, but not necessarily in a dilutional form.