Ian is hospitalized for dehydration after experiencing severe vomiting and diarrhea. Which of the following is NOT associated with Ian's dehydrated condition?
A) Fluid will be lost from the extracellular fluid compartment.
B) The extracellular electrolyte concentration will be very low.
C) The intracellular fluid will leave the cells creating a fluid imbalance.
D) The fluid imbalance will result in an irregular heartbeat.

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Dehydration typically leads to an increase in extracellular electrolyte concentration due to the loss of water, not a decrease.

Ian Is Hospitalized for Dehydration After Experiencing Severe Vomiting and Diarrhea