One consequence of hypernatremia is
A) swelling of tissues in the brain.
B) dangerously diluted blood sodium levels.
C) rapid drop in blood pressure.
D) movement of water into the intracellular fluid compartment.

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Hypernatremia is a high concentration of sodium in the blood. One consequence of hypernatremia is swelling of tissues in the brain, which can lead to neurological symptoms such as confusion, seizures, and coma.

One Consequence of Hypernatremia Is