Water Intoxication Results From

Question

Water intoxication results from
A)Dilute body fluids
B)Decrease in the osmolarity of interstitial fluids
C)Osmosis of water from ICF to ECF
D)Dilute body fluids and a decrease in the osmolarity of interstitial fluids
E)Decrease in water intake

Accepted Answer

Water intoxication, also known as hyponatremia, occurs when there is an excessive intake of water leading to dilute body fluids and a decrease in the osmolarity of interstitial fluids. This condition disrupts the balance of electrolytes in the body, particularly sodium.