The risk of developing hyponatremia is greater if the marathon runner
A)finishes the race more quickly (i.e. ,

Question

The risk of developing hyponatremia is greater if the marathon runner
A)finishes the race more quickly (i.e. ,<3 hours).
B)consumes less fluid than the amount of sweat loss.
C)consumes large amounts of hypotonic fluids.
D)consumes snacks and fluids containing sodium.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Consuming large amounts of hypotonic fluids can dilute the sodium concentration in the body, putting the runner at a greater risk of developing hyponatremia. Option A is incorrect because finishing the race quickly does not necessarily increase the risk of hyponatremia. Option B is incorrect because consuming less fluid than sweat loss can lead to dehydration, but not necessarily hyponatremia. Option D is incorrect because consuming snacks and fluids containing sodium could actually help prevent hyponatremia.

The Risk of Developing Hyponatremia Is Greater If the Marathon