Water intoxication can generally be prevented by periodic consumption of a beverage containing about _____ mg of sodium per 8 ounces.
A)100
B)150
C)200
D)250
E)300

Question

Water intoxication can generally be prevented by periodic consumption of a beverage containing about _____ mg of sodium per 8 ounces.​
A)​100
B)150
C)200
D)250
E)​300

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Water intoxication, also known as hyponatremia, can be prevented by consuming beverages that contain some sodium to help balance fluids in the body. About 100 mg of sodium per 8 ounces is generally sufficient to help maintain this balance and prevent the dilution of sodium in the body that leads to water intoxication.

Water Intoxication Can Generally Be Prevented by Periodic Consumption of a Beverage