A person who uses the drug Ecstasy at a crowded party begins to feel too hot and immediately drinks lots of fluids. This person is at risk for:
A) hyperthermia and possible water intoxication.
B) hyperthermia and hypernatremia (excess sodium).
C) dehydration as a result of excessive sweating.
D) dehydration due to excess sodium and potassium levels.

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Ecstasy can cause hyperthermia due to its stimulant effects, increasing body temperature. Drinking excessive amounts of water to combat this can lead to water intoxication, where the balance of electrolytes in the body is disrupted due to too much water intake.

A Person Who Uses the Drug Ecstasy at a Crowded